Art × Science International unveils AI-powered platform to revolutionize literary accessibility for neurodivergent Individuals

PARIS, France – May 19, 2025 – Non-profit innovator Art × Science International today

detailed the advanced AI technology underpinning its mission to adapt literary classics for

children and adults with ADHD. By integrating sophisticated Natural Language Processing

(NLP) using GPT-like architectures, machine learning models, and AI-driven content

generation, guided by educational neuroscience experts, Art × Science is creating uniquely

accessible reading experiences while preserving the soul of classic literature. All profits are

reinvested into expanding this high-tech, accessible content in France.

The organization's core challenge is to make dense literary works digestible and engaging

for minds prone to distraction, without sacrificing the original author's unique style or

narrative depth. This is achieved through a proprietary AI platform that performs multi-level

textual analysis and adaptation. This includes:

● Advanced NLP for stylometric preservation & complexity reduction: Art ×

Science employs cutting-edge NLP algorithms in addition to models inspired by

GPT-like architectures and fine-tuned on literary corpora. These models analyze

syntactic structures, semantic nuances, and author-specific stylistic markers

(stylometry). This allows the AI to identify overly complex sentences and dense

paragraphs, which are then intelligently rephrased or broken down. Crucially, the AI

is trained to retain the original authorial voice, ensuring stylistic integrity even as

readability is enhanced for ADHD individuals.

● AI-Driven chapter segmentation & narrative pathing: To combat cognitive

overload, the AI platform automatically identifies optimal breakpoints for shorter

chapters. For its pioneering non-linear reading feature, the system constructs "story

graphs" using graph databases on Neo4j, mapping characters, events, themes,

relationships, and crucially, the sequential "plot steps" or elements of the

narrative. These graphs are visualized, providing users with a clear

representation of the story's structure. The AI utilizes graph traversal

algorithms, such as depth-first search and breadth-first search, to suggest

alternative pathways through the narrative. This enables readers to follow

specific interests (e.g., a character's arc, a particular subplot) while maintaining

coherence and engagement.

● Intelligent visual support generation: Recognizing the importance of multi-modal

input, Art × Science leverages AI to inform the creation of visual aids. While not

generating final art, the AI analyzes text for descriptive passages and emotional tone

to suggest opportune moments and thematic content for illustrations and visual cues.

This helps to reduce mental imagery load and reinforce comprehension.

● Scalable adaptation engine: The AI is designed for scalability, enabling the

ambitious goal of adapting 4,500 books in three languages. Our initial focus is

comprehensive French content, where we have direct access to educator

feedback. These will then be translated into English and Spanish. This involves

automated initial adaptation passes, which are then reviewed and refined by human

literary and neurodiversity experts, creating an efficient human-AI collaborative

workflow. We currently rely heavily on human data labeling to identify notable

plot points, events, dialogue, and "hard to read" passages to train our models.

Why This Is a Game-Changer for Tech & AI Media:

● Sophisticated NLP in action: Art × Science isn't just using off-the-shelf AI. They

are developing and fine-tuning GPT-like architectures and other NLP models

specifically for the complex task of literary adaptation for neurodivergent individuals,

focusing on the delicate balance between accessibility and artistic fidelity.

● Human-AI collaboration in content creation: This initiative showcases an AI

model augmenting human expertise. Educational neuroscientists and literary

specialists guide the AI's development and curate its output, ensuring pedagogical

soundness and literary quality. Significant human effort is currently dedicated to

labeling data that the AI learns from.

● Building "Story Graphs" for interactive narratives: The technology behind a

non-linear reading path – involving knowledge graph construction from unstructured

text– is at the forefront of interactive storytelling and personalized content delivery.

These are not simple static graphs, but visualized structures of the story

including "plot steps".

● AI for social change: This is a prime example of AI being ethically deployed to

address significant societal challenges, specifically enhancing cognitive accessibility

and promoting inclusivity in cultural engagement.

● The future of personalized education tech: The underlying AI framework has

potential applications beyond literature, hinting at the future of AI-driven personalized

learning tools for diverse cognitive profiles.

"Our AI is not about replacing human creativity but augmenting it to break down barriers to

literature" explained Noé Cabannes Michel, executive at Art × Science International. "We're

essentially teaching our models the art of literary empathy – understanding both the

author's intent and the reader's cognitive needs. The goal is to transform classic texts into

dynamically accessible experiences."

Roadmap & Impact:

● Opening registration for crowdsourcing with microtasks available.

● Further development of the "Sapere aude" project, which will leverage these core AI

technologies.

● Distribution of initial copies to teachers, journalists and early supporters for feedback.

● Progressive launch of 4,500 AI-enhanced titles in book stores.

Testimonials from early trials continue to highlight the positive impact, with parents and

educators noting significant improvements in engagement and comprehension among

children with ADHD.

How to get Involved & technical deep dives:

Art × Science invites technology partners, AI researchers, and individuals to support its

mission. Donations are vital for ongoing R&D and content deployment. For a more detailed

exploration of their technology stack, potential white papers, or to discuss technical

collaboration, contact Noé Cabannes Michel.

For general information, newsletter subscriptions, or donations, please visit

https://artxsc.org

Contact: Noé Cabannes Michel noe@artxsc.org +33636062594 https://artxsc.org

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