This large panel discussion will feature leading social science researchers discussing the current and future impacts of AI on their work, and general thoughts about AI’s impact on society and social change.

You will hear from John Devaney, Head of School and Centenary Chair of Social Work, University of Edinburgh.

And the following Invited Panel Speakers:

Adam Chalmers: Senior Lecturer in European Union Politics, University of Edinburgh

Emma Davidson: Senior Lecturer in Social Policy, University of Edinburgh

Marion Lieutaud: Lecturer in Social Data Science, University of Edinburgh

Clare Llewellyn: Lecture in Governance, Technology, and Data, University of Edinburgh

Ugur Ozdemir: Senior Lecturer in Quantitative Political Science, University of Edinburgh

Ari Stillman: Doctoral Student in Sociology, University of Edinburgh

Vassilis Galanos: Lecturer in Digital Work, University of Stirling

Esperanza García Vergara: Lecturer in Quantitative Methods, Universidad Loyola Andalucía

Lunch and refreshments will be provided at 12:30 - 13:30, with vegan and vegetarian options available.

Organised by the SSPS Research Training Centre

RTC: Artificial Intelligence in Social Science Panel Discussion