Dr. Tim Norman

Professor

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Biography

Professor Tim Norman is the Head of the School of Electronics and Computer Science at the University of Southampton. With a distinguished academic career, he has transitioned through various disciplines over his 30-year publication track record in artificial intelligence (AI). He holds a PhD in Artificial Intelligence from University College London, completed in 1997, and previously conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Aberdeen where he achieved a professorship in 2009. His research is strongly interdisciplinary, focusing on intelligent systems, learning, reasoning, and uncertainty, with significant contributions to the field of AI safety and human-AI collaboration. Norman has led numerous externally funded research grants, including prominent projects such as the UKRI MINDS Centre Doctoral Training and the UKRI dot.rural Digital Economy Research Hub, demonstrating his commitment to enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration and the development of democratic innovations. In addition to his academic roles, he has been instrumental in developing new methods that enable the creation of safe and trustworthy autonomous systems. Norman’s research not only addresses academic inquiries but also influences practical decision-making in governmental and societal contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

University of Southampton • Southampton, ENG, GB

Head of the School of Electronics and Computer Science, overseeing interdisciplinary research and academic programs.

Awards

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Blue Sky Ideas Award

2021-01-01