Dr. Simone Stumpf

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Simone Stumpf is a Professor responsible for Interactive Artificial Intelligence at the University of Glasgow, UK. Her long-standing research focuses on user interactions with machine learning systems. Current research includes developing self-management systems for people living with long-term conditions, creating teachable object recognisers for individuals who are blind or have low vision, and investigating fairness in AI. Her work has significantly contributed to the field of Explainable AI (XAI). She has developed Explanatory Debugging approaches for interactive machine learning, establishing principles for human-computer interaction and emphasizing greater transparency. The primary aim of her research is to empower users to interact effectively with AI systems. She has a particular interest in the design and development of user interfaces that help end-users successfully engage with AI systems. Stumpf advocates for co-design approaches and is dedicated to making solutions usable and useful for individuals with physical and cognitive impairments, as well as those of diverse genders.

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