We study the societal impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence — using digital tools.
Algorithms and digital tools are created in a specific cultural context and embody certain values and assumptions. We are work towards an understanding of digital tools reflect shape cultural landscapes to inform that design of algorithmic systems that support democratic values.
Our communication is increasingly intermixed with language generated by AI. While the development and deployment of large language models is progressing expeditiously, the social consequences are hardly known. We work towards an understanding of the risks of large language models.
Computational Social Science is a rapidly evolving field and new concepts and tools are be central to its advancement. We adapt and extend concepts and tools from neighbouring disciplines, such as psychology, economics, or science and technology studies, into the digital realm.
We are looking for doctoral students! You have programming skills and a genuine interest in researching technology’s societal impact? Message me. View the job ad here..
I’m an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Bauhaus Universität Weimar. I received a PhD from Cornell University and have worked with the Boston Consulting Group, Microsoft and Meta.
I’m a pre-doctoral research fellow working at Microsoft Research India. My research interests lie at the intersection of HCI, AI, and NLP. Previously, I completed my design education at IIT Bombay.
