Seanghort Born
PhD Student
Empowering Khmer education with NLP, learning analytics, and community-driven technology

Availability
Open to research collaboration and academic projects
Research-driven educator & product builder
I am a PhD student, lecturer, researcher, and freelance developer who believes education changes lives. I specialize in Natural Language Processing and Learning Analytics for Khmer education, building intelligent tools that improve writing skills and support learners. I teach Software Engineering, Project Management, and Research Methodology at the Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology, and develop modern web applications with Python frameworks and a strong focus on usable, human-centered design. I’m passionate about sharing knowledge, mentoring others, and collaborating with anyone eager to learn and grow.
Skills that shape my work
💻Technical
🧪Research
🎓Teaching
🤝Soft Skills
Achievements & impact
French Government PhD Scholarship
2022–PresentAwarded prestigious French Government Scholarship to pursue doctoral research in Computer Science at Le Mans Université, France.
Peer-reviewed publications
2022–2025Published and presented research on Khmer NLP, homophone spelling correction, and learning analytics at international conferences and journals.
Applied NLP systems
2020–2025Designed and implemented text-to-text models, educational platforms, and intelligent tooling that improve Khmer academic writing outcomes.
UYFC Scholarship Recipient
2015–2020Received Union of Youth Federations of Cambodia Scholarship for undergraduate studies at Institute of Technology of Cambodia.
Huawei Seeds for the Future
2018Selected for cultural and ICT exchange program at Huawei University in Shenzhen, China.
Curriculum & mentorship
2019–PresentLed courses in software engineering, research methodology, and digital skills while supervising student projects and managing educational programs.
Product and platform delivery
2020–PresentBuilt modern web applications including educational platforms, management systems, and personal finance tools with focus on UX, accessibility, and scalable architectures.
Academic & professional experience
Lecturer & Researcher
Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Teaching Software Engineering, Project Management, and Research Methodology. Conducting research in Natural Language Processing and Learning Analytics for Khmer language education.
- •Deliver lectures on Software Engineering, Project Management, and Research Methodology
- •Supervise student research projects and theses
- •Conduct research in NLP and Learning Analytics
- •Develop educational platforms and tools for Khmer language learning
- •Publish research in international conferences and journals
PhD Student
Le Mans Université (LIUM Laboratory) • Le Mans, France
Pursuing doctoral research in Computer Science focusing on AI for Education, specifically Natural Language Processing and Learning Analytics for improving Khmer writing skills through intelligent homophone spelling correction systems.
- •Conduct advanced research in NLP and Learning Analytics
- •Develop intelligent educational platforms for Khmer language
- •Publish research findings in peer-reviewed conferences and journals
- •Collaborate with international research teams
- •Present research at international conferences
COO (Chief Operations Officer)
Zoneer • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Leading operations for Zoneer, a digital platform designed to streamline rental room and apartment management for property owners and tenants.
- •Manage stakeholder relationships and business strategy
- •Drive customer connections and market adoption
- •Ensure business sustainability and long-term growth
- •Coordinate operations and keep the business viable in real-world markets
Research Assistant
Institute of Technology of Cambodia (ITC) • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Research assistant under HEIP-ITC-SGA#10 project focusing on Khmer misspelling correction for handwritten text recognition on historical documents (Sleuk-Rith), specializing in Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning.
- •Developed encoder-decoder language models for Khmer HTR
- •Conducted research on spelling correction for historical documents
- •Implemented machine learning algorithms for text recognition
- •Published research findings in international conferences
Dormitory Coordinator & Youth Education Project Coordinator
New Life Foundation • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Coordinated dormitory operations and youth education programs, ensuring safe accommodations for university students and supporting their personal and academic development.
- •Managed dormitory operations and student welfare
- •Coordinated youth education programs and activities
- •Provided mentorship and support to students
- •Handled administrative tasks and budgeting
Computer Teacher (Part-time)
New Life Foundation • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Taught Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and basic office skills to students, helping them develop essential digital literacy competencies for administration and professional work.
- •Taught Microsoft Office applications and email management
- •Developed curriculum and teaching materials
- •Assessed student progress and provided feedback
- •Prepared students for professional office environments
Full-Stack Developer
Personal Project • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Led development of a comprehensive web-based Gas Station Management System with a team, handling operations, inventory, and customer management.
- •Designed system architecture and database structure
- •Implemented frontend and backend functionality
- •Collaborated with team members on feature development
- •Managed project timeline and deliverables
Web Development Intern
The Light Times Magazine • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Completed a 3-month web development internship, gaining hands-on experience in full-stack web development, content management systems, and digital publishing platforms.
- •Developed and maintained website features
- •Worked with content management systems
- •Collaborated with editorial and design teams
- •Implemented responsive web designs
Computer Teacher's Assistant (Part-time)
New Life Foundation • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Assisted lead computer teacher in delivering Microsoft Office and digital literacy courses to students.
Marketing and Sales (Social Media Advertising)
MACA Organization • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Managed social media advertising campaigns and promotional activities for the organization.
English Teacher (Volunteer)
New Life Fellowship • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Volunteered as an English teacher, helping students improve their English language skills and communication abilities.
Academic background
PhD in Computer Science
Le Mans Université (LIUM Laboratory) • Le Mans, France
AI for Education: Natural Language Processing & Learning Analytics
Doctoral research focusing on developing intelligent educational systems that combine NLP and Learning Analytics to improve Khmer academic writing skills, particularly homophone spelling correction. Recipient of French Government Scholarship.
Thesis: Khmer Misspelling Correction Model with Deep Learning Approach to Improve Khmer Typing Accuracy in the Educational Context
Master's Degree in Computer Science (M.Sc.)
Institute of Technology of Cambodia (ITC) / Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Mobile Technology
Advanced studies in computer science with specialization in mobile technology, machine learning, and software development.
Bachelor's Degree / Engineer's Degree in Computer Science (B.Sc.)
Institute of Technology of Cambodia (ITC) / Cambodia Academy of Digital Technology (CADT) • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Information and Communication Technology Engineering
Comprehensive undergraduate education in computer science and ICT engineering, covering algorithms, programming, databases, computer architecture, and software development. Recipient of Union of Youth Federations of Cambodia (UYFC) Scholarship.
Exchange Study Program
Huawei University • Shenzhen, China
ICT and Cultural Exchange
Two-week intensive program on ICT technologies and Chinese culture as part of the Seeds for the Future Program.
Duration: December 1-15, 2018
High School Diploma
Krang Sla High School • Takeo Province, Cambodia
Completed secondary education with strong foundation in mathematics and sciences.
Projects & publications
Sor-Ser: Integrating NLP and Learning Analytics to Enhance Khmer Writing Skills
2023–PresentPhD research focused on developing an intelligent educational platform that combines Natural Language Processing and Learning Analytics to improve Khmer homophone spelling accuracy and enhance users' long-term writing skills.
Seanghort Born, Madeth May, Claudine Piau-Toffolon, Sébastien Iksal
Speech and Language Technologies for Low-Resource Languages (SPELLL), IIIT Kottayam, India, December 2025 • 2025
Seanghort Born, Madeth May, Claudine Piau-Toffolon, Sébastien Iksal
HAL Open Science • 2025
Seanghort Born, Madeth May, Claudine Piau-Toffolon, Sébastien Iksal
Generative Systems and Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS 2025), Lecture Notes in Computer Science, vol 15724, Springer • 2025
Seanghort Born, Madeth May, Claudine Piau-Toffolon, Sébastien Iksal
arXiv preprint • 2024
Khmer Spelling Correction for Sleuk-Rith Extracted Text
2020–2022Research assistant project focusing on developing encoder-decoder language models to correct spelling errors in historical Khmer palm leaf manuscripts using handwritten text recognition systems.
Seanghort Born, Dona Valy, Phutphalla Kong
2022 14th International Conference on Software, Knowledge, Information Management and Applications (SKIMA), IEEE • 2022
Featured projects
Sor-Ser
An innovative educational writing platform that integrates NLP and Learning Analytics to enhance Khmer homophone spelling correction and improve users' writing skills through intelligent feedback and adaptive learning.
Zoneer
COO & Co-founder
Co-founder of Zoneer, a digital platform for managing rental rooms and apartments, streamlining property management for landlords and tenants. Zoneer – Less Work, Manage Smart. Zoneer turns complex rental operations into one smart workflow for managing tenants, contracts, and rent.
Prosperity
A simple and effective web application for managing personal or family finances with intuitive interface and comprehensive tracking features.
Workshops & certifications
Web Development and Design
ReanWeb • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
ITC-Startup BoomCamp Training
Institute of Technology of Cambodia • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Photoshop and Graphic Design
New Life Foundation • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Business + Work Preparation Training
Work Plus + Cambodia • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Duration: 5 days
Teacher's Training
New Life Foundation • Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Duration: 5 days
Online certificates
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning
Community & presentations
Presenter
3rd National Research Forum • Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Presented research findings on Khmer language processing and NLP applications.
Presenter
10th Scientific Days • Institute of Technology of Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Presented research on Khmer spelling correction and language models.
Guide
STEM Cambodia Event • STEM Cambodia Organization
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Guided participants and raised awareness about the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education in Cambodia.
Host / Customer Service
Blood Donation Drive • National Blood Transfusion Centre
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Provided hosting and customer service support for blood donation event.
Communication strengths
Khmer
Native Speaker
Native speaker with excellent reading and writing skills
English
Professional Working Proficiency
Very good speaking, reading, and writing skills
French
General Communication
Good for general communication
Korean
Basic
Basic conversational skills
Chinese
Basic
Basic conversational skills
Focus areas & interests
Let’s build something meaningful
I'm always open to discussing new projects, research collaborations, or opportunities to support your vision. Reach out and I’ll respond quickly.
Research Profiles
Emails
Personal: seanghort.born@outlook.com
Work: seanghort.born@cadt.edu.kh
Business: seanghort.born@zoneer.pro