At the Kingswater Institute for Technology and Society, our research explores how innovation intersects with people, institutions, and the public good. We focus on the pressing questions at the crossroads of technology, ethics, and governance asking not only what is possible, but what is responsible.
Our Core Focus Areas
- Artificial Intelligence & Society
Exploring the opportunities and risks of AI, from algorithmic fairness and transparency to its impact on democracy, work, and human rights. - Digital Governance & Policy
Investigating how laws, regulations, and global standards can keep pace with technological change while protecting fundamental freedoms. - Sustainability & Resource Futures
Examining the environmental and social impacts of green technologies, supply chains, and critical raw materials that underpin the digital age. - Education & Skills in the Digital Era
Researching how schools, universities, and workplaces can prepare individuals for a future of rapid technological change and lifelong learning. - Public Communication & Trust
Studying the role of media, platforms, and public institutions in building trust, countering misinformation, and fostering inclusive dialogue.