Dr. Graham Mcdonald

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Graham McDonald is a Lecturer in Information Retrieval at the University of Glasgow. He earned his PhD in Information Retrieval in 2019, with a thesis focused on Framework for Technology-Assisted Sensitivity Review. His research interests encompass responsible information retrieval and text classification, emphasizing the automation of sensitive information classification under Freedom of Information laws. McDonald leads projects that develop machine learning-based technologies for digital sensitivity review, providing support to central UK government departments. In addition, he actively organizes workshops and participates in international evaluation forums aimed at devising innovative solutions to contemporary challenges in information retrieval. His contributions to the field reflect a commitment to enhancing fairness and efficiency in information retrieval systems. McDonald is also involved with the BCS Information Retrieval specialist group, contributing to advancements in the domain.

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Lecturer

2019-01-01 — Present

University of Glasgow • Glasgow, Scotland

Lecturer in Information Retrieval, leading research in machine learning and information analysis.