In an increasingly data-driven world, algorithms play a pivotal role in shaping our lives, from determining what content we see on social media to influencing hiring decisions and resource allocation. The impact of these algorithms is not always equitable and can perpetuate bias and inequity, yet they also have the potential to foster a more just and inclusive world.
Join us online to learn about how research is addressing bias, discrimination, and ethical concerns in algorithm development. Our panel of experts will delve into the many challenges and opportunities, including the complexities behind the design of equitable algorithms, the biases they may unintentionally harbor, and the profound social implications they have.
This panel is co-organized by the Computational Social Science Institute (CSSI), Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR), The Equity, Accountability, Trust and Accountability Initiative (EQUATE), and Public Interest Technology Initiative (PIT @ UMass).
PANELISTS:
- Vince Conitzer, CMU Computer Science
- Alexandra Olteanu, Microsoft Research
- Monideepa Tarafdar, UMass Isenberg School of Management
- Yair Zick, UMass College of Information and Computer Sciences
- Ethan Zuckerman, UMass Department of Communications, College of Information and Computer Sciences, and School Public Policy
WHEN: October 27, 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.