Dr. Ewa Luger, a Horizon CDT alumna from our first cohort, earned her PhD in 2014 and has since become a leading expert in artificial intelligence (AI) and data ethics, achieving the rank of full professor at the Edinburgh College of Art in 2022.
Roles and Contributions
Ewa is a Fellow at the Alan Turing Institute and the Director of Research Innovation at the Edinburgh College of Art. She also holds key roles at the Institute of Design Informatics and the Edinburgh Futures Institute, where she is the Deputy Director of Research.
She works closely with the UK government and organizations like the Scottish Government’s AI Alliance, where she advises on ethical AI policies. She is also an adviser to DCMS (Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport) and has worked with the World Economic Forum and Facebook on responsible AI practices.
Research
Ewa focuses on the ethical challenges of AI and data-driven technologies. She explores important questions such as:
Her research is widely recognised, with over 40 published works and many talks at conferences. In 2020, she won the University Chancellor’s ‘Rising Star’ Award for her outstanding contributions to research.
Key Projects
Ewa has led and contributed to many high-profile projects, with over £30 million in funding from organizations like the EPSRC, AHRC, and DCMS. Some highlights include:
Industry Collaborations
She has worked with top companies and institutions, offering advice, training, and support. Some of her collaborations include:
Why Her Work Matters
Ewa’s work bridges the gap between technology and society. She is shaping how AI and data are used to ensure they are fair, understandable, and accessible to everyone. Through her research and leadership, she is making AI more ethical and inclusive, with a positive impact on both industry and public policy.