As world leaders gather in New York for the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, Rice University experts are available to discuss AI and emerging technology policy, democracy, authoritarianism and foreign policy.
AI, emerging technology and global policy
Rodrigo Ferreira, associate dean for technology and responsibility and associate teaching professor of computer science
Ferreira can address international approaches to AI, drawing on his work in technology and ethics, responsible technology and AI policy and governance, including cross-regional AI policy initiatives in the Americas.
Kenneth Evans, fellow in science, technology and innovation policy at Rice’sBaker Institute for Public Policy
Evans focuses on science and innovation policy and the governance of emerging technologies, including AI. His work examines the history and geopolitics of the global research ecosystem.
Democracy, authoritarianism and foreign policy
Oren Samet, assistant professor of political science
Samet studies authoritarianism, democratization and foreign policy, including how domestic and international actors influence political change across borders.
To schedule an interview with Rice’s experts, contact Marcy de Luna, national senior media relations specialist, at marcy.deluna@rice.edu.
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