Ianus Keller

Dr. Ianus Keller is a Teaching Professor in Industrial Design Engineering at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), where he coordinates the IDE Academy and teaches courses such as 'Understanding Design' and 'Design Theory & Methodology'. He holds a PhD (Cum Laude, 2005) from TU Delft for his research on design methodologies and visual material collections. His work focuses on contestable AI systems, public technology governance, and human-centered design frameworks. He is a co-founder of StudioLab and the consultancy firm 'For Inspiration Only', emphasizing design innovation and ethical technology.

• Education:
  • BSc Industrial Design Engineering, TU Delft (1989–1994)
  • PhD Industrial Design Engineering, TU Delft (1999–2005)
• Research Interests: Contestable AI, public systems accountability, design frameworks, ethics in technology, and sociotechnical systems.

His research explores how AI systems can be designed to be open to public scrutiny and dispute, as seen in projects like 'Contestable Camera Cars' and 'Contestable AI by Design'. He advocates for frameworks that balance innovation with transparency and societal impact.

Key publications include work on contestability loops in public AI and the role of prototypes in design research. He received the Best Paper award at CHI 2023 for advancing ethical AI discourse.

• Awards: Best Paper Award (2023 CHI Conference)
• Labs/Teams: Involved in the 'Contestable AI' research project and StudioLab initiatives.