Socially Progressive AI Lab (SPAI-Lab)

Where Interdisciplinary Humanities-Led Research Shapes the Future of AI

 

The Socially Progressive AI Lab (SPAI-Lab) is the University of Strathclyde's hub for impactful research, collaborative bids, engagement and networking—shaping policy, technical design and regulation in Scotland, the UK and internationally.

Based in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, SPAI-Lab involves colleagues from all the faculties (Engineering, Science, Strathclyde Business School), bridging humanities‑led approaches and tech‑centred methods. The Lab's research and activities are guided by a commitment to socially progressive deployment of AI that advances equity, upholds human rights and serves the public good.

 

Who's Involved

The SPAI-Lab brings together over 90 experts from across the University and is co-led by Dr Esperanza Miyake and Professor Guido Noto La Diega and is supported by a cross-Faculty, cross-departmental steering committee.

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To join the SPAI-Lab, please complete our online form.

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Contact us

If you would like to hear more about the lab, join, or explore potential collaborations with the SPAI-Lab, please contact us:

Email: hass-spai-lab@strath.ac.uk