Dr. Matteo Zallio

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Matteo Zallio is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Architecture at the University of Cambridge. His work bridges inclusive design and artificial intelligence, focusing on how emerging technologies can create ethical, human-centered experiences. With a dual background in academia and industry, Matteo leads research strategies that ensure digital and physical environments are inclusive and ethically designed. He champions inclusive innovation, transforming complexity into opportunity for everyone. As the Research Director of the Inclusive Ethical Design Futures Lab, Matteo explores how inclusive design and artificial intelligence converge to address the diverse needs of individuals in both digital and physical environments. He has previously held roles such as Global Lead Senior Experience Researcher at Autodesk and served as a Fulbright Research Fellow at Stanford University. Deeply committed to responsible AI and design thinking, Matteo has advised S&P 500 companies and various start-ups, helping to shape design strategies across diverse sectors including architecture and healthcare.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Cambridge • Cambridge, ENG

Teaching and researching inclusive design and artificial intelligence.

Global Lead Senior Experience Researcher

2017-01-01 — 2019-12-31

Autodesk • Remote

Led research on user experience and inclusive design strategies.

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.