Jay L. Cunningham
PhD Student
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I am a Computational Social Scientist and my work explores the social and ethical implications of race, culture, identity, and power at the intersection of AI, mixed-reality and ubiquitous computing. I am particularly interested in fairness, accountability, transparency, & ethics (F.A.T.E.) in AI. Holistically, I am working to understand how complexities of design techniques, automated systems, and digital media impact, oppress, and engage society.

I am co-advised by UW HCDE Professors Julie Kientz, PhD and Daniela Rosner, PhD.

My research is supported by the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP). Through which, I am empowered to continue my pursuit of knowledge and research in human-centered AI, tackling coded bias, and deconstructing systems of oppression.


Involvement: HCDE Diversity Committee, HCDE Graduate Student Association