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Ouriel Grynszpan is a cognitive scientist and human-computer interaction researcher whose work sits at the intersection of autism spectrum disorders (ASD), technology-based interventions, and human-machine interaction. His most influential contribution, a 2013 meta-analysis of technology-based interventions for children with ASD, has garnered over 520 citations and remains a landmark reference in the field, systematically demonstrating the efficacy of computer programs and virtual reality tools in autism care. Building on this foundation, Grynszpan has continued to explore how information and communication technologies — from robots to haptic interfaces — can be adapted to support individuals with ASD, as reflected in his 2018 review on ICT and autism care. Beyond clinical applications, Grynszpan has made notable contributions to the cognitive science of human-machine interaction, investigating how predictive motor mechanisms and the sense of agency differ when individuals act alongside humans versus automated systems, including humanoid robots. His work reveals important distinctions in how the brain processes joint action depending on a partner's nature — findings with broad implications for robotics and assistive technology design. Across his career, Grynszpan has established himself as a bridge-builder between fundamental cognitive science and real-world technological innovation for vulnerable populations.