Alison Halford

Alison Halford is an Assistant Professor and Ethics Lead at the Research Centre for Computational Science and Mathematical Modelling (CSM). Her research focuses on Energy Ethics, AI ethics, data feminism, and digital literacy for marginalized communities. She holds a PhD in Sociology of Religion from her thesis 'As Sisters in Zion': how do Mormon women in Britain negotiate gender? (2020).

Research Projects:

• Solar Energy Transitions (SET): Inclusive e-cooking in sub-Saharan Africa
• Nuffield Expressions of Self: Race, religion, and representation of minoritized children in care
• UKRI NERC Digital Future: Tackling environmental challenges
• Global Plan of Action on Sustainable Energy in Displacement Settings

Key Achievements:

• 1st Place in UKRI Five Minute Thesis Competition (2020)
• 2nd Place Best Academic Poster (2016)
• Co-led British Council MRes Women in STEM program for South Asian scholars
• Authored/co-authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications across Energies, Energy Research & Social Science, and more

Professional Roles:

• EDI Lead at CSM
• Member of UKRI Peer College for Future Leaders
• Chair of Scientific Study of Religion Committee for Student Grants