Elliot Creager

Elliot Creager is an Assistant Professor at the University of Waterloo's Faculty of Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. He directs the Socially Embedded Machine Intelligence (SEMI) Lab, focusing on reliable and equitable AI systems that prioritize user data autonomy. His interdisciplinary research bridges technical machine learning with sociology and policy implications, and he actively mentors students across multiple institutions (University of Toronto, York University, Vector Institute).

Recent research trends include algorithmic fairness in sequential decision-making, differential privacy applications, and LLM auditing frameworks. Collaborative projects span institutions like University of Toronto, York University, and Vector Institute. His work addresses fluid simulation generalization, invariant learning, and collective action algorithms.

Scientific achievements include a CIFAR AI Catalyst Grant (2024) and recognition as NeurIPS 2022 Top Reviewer. As an active Area Chair for ICML 2025 and NeurIPS 2025, he contributes to advancing equitable AI standards. Current advisees include MASc and postdoc researchers, with former students from undergraduate programs.