Dr Matthew Studley

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Professor (Ethics and Technology), Director of Research and Enterprise

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School of Engineering

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Qualifications:PhD, MSc, BSc (Hons) FBCS FHEA Mem.RES
Position:Professor (Ethics and Technology), Director of Research and Enterprise
Department:School of Engineering
Telephone:+441173283380
Email:Matthew2.Studley@uwe.ac.uk
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About me

Professor Matthew Studley is a leading academic in the field of robotics and ethics, currently serving as Professor of Ethics and Technology at the University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol. He is also the Director of Research and Enterprise in the School of Engineering and former Co-Director of the Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL), one of the UK's most prominent robotics research centres.

His academic background includes a BSc in Biological Science from Sussex University, followed by an MSc in Parallel Computing Systems and a PhD from UWE Bristol. Professor Studley’s research spans a wide array of topics including robotics, generative AI, autonomous weapons, machine learning, and sustainability, with a strong emphasis on embedding ethical considerations into technological development

He is actively involved in shaping the future of robotics through his roles on boards such as the Engineering Professors’ Council and euRobotics, and has coordinated major projects like the EU SciRoc initiative, which promotes public understanding of robotics through competitions in smart city environments.

Professor Studley’s work reflects a deep commitment to ensuring that advancements in robotics and AI contribute positively to society. His guiding philosophy is to help people “get the good stuff from Robotics and AI, while avoiding the bad”

Area of expertise

Professor Matthew Studley’s research focuses on the intersection of robotics, artificial intelligence, and ethics, with a strong emphasis on ensuring that emerging technologies are developed and deployed responsibly. His key areas of interest include:

* Ethics of Robotics and AI: Exploring how ethical principles can be embedded into the design and operation of intelligent systems.
* Autonomous Systems: Investigating the behaviour, control, and societal impact of autonomous robots and AI agents.
* Human-Robot Interaction (HRI): Studying how humans engage with robots in real-world environments, particularly in smart cities.
* Generative AI and Machine Learning: Understanding the capabilities and limitations of generative models and their implications for society.
* Sustainability and Technology: Examining how robotics and AI can contribute to sustainable development goals.
* Public Engagement and Policy: Leading initiatives like SciRoc to promote public understanding and inform policy on robotics and AI.

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