Cor Steging

Dr. Cor Steging is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Science and Engineering, specializing in Artificial Intelligence through the Bernoulli Institute. His work focuses on bridging machine learning with structured reasoning, particularly in legal contexts, with strong emphasis on ethical and transparent AI development.

Research interests center on Hybrid Intelligence systems that combine learning and reasoning, with specialization in Responsible AI and Explainable AI methodologies. Key focus areas include:

• Alignment of machine learning outputs with human-understandable reasoning
• Application of AI in legal domains and justice systems
• Development of transparent AI systems for high-stakes decision environments
• Handling incomplete/inconsistent data in critical applications
• Ethical implications of prediction systems in law

Recent publications reveal a clear trajectory toward practical implementation of Responsible Hybrid Intelligence, with growing emphasis on legal applications and ethical frameworks. The 2024 doctoral thesis establishes foundational methodology for aligning learning and reasoning, while 2023 publications deepen exploration of legal domain applications and workshop organization for responsible AI development.

Collaborative research demonstrates strong network connections with prominent AI researchers including Bart Verheij, Silja Renooij, and Trevor Bench-Capon. Current work addresses critical gaps in AI transparency for legal decision-making, with particular attention to small/inconsistent datasets and ethical design choices in machine learning systems.