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Amir Hossein Payberah is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at the Division of Software and Computer Systems (SCS) within the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden. He earned his PhD from KTH in 2013, focusing on distributed systems, and later received a Docent degree in Computer Science from KTH in 2021. His academic journey includes a postdoctoral researcher role at RISE (2013-2015), a machine learning scientist position at Oxford University (2017-2018), and a return to KTH as Assistant Professor (2018-2022) before his current promotion to Associate Professor (2022–present). PhD in Information and Communication Technology, KTH (2008–2013) Docent in Computer Science, KTH (2021) MSc in Software Engineering of Distributed Systems, KTH (2006–2008) MSc in Computer Architecture, Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT), Iran (2000–2003) BSc in Computer Engineering, AUT (1996–2000) Dr. Payberah's research focuses on the intersection of equity, justice, and artificial intelligence , particularly in large language models. He leads the co-liberative computing research group, which integrates critical consciousness into computer science education and research to address systemic inequalities. His work challenges the neutrality of computing and emphasizes collaborative liberation for equitable technological development. As an educator, he has designed and taught courses on Data-Intensive Computing , Operating Systems , and Scalable Machine Learning at KTH, Amirkabir University, and the Swedish Institute of Computer Science. He currently serves as Program Director for the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) doctoral program and leads the WASP Legal, Ethical, and Societal Aspects cluster . Japan Society for the Promotion of Science BRIDGE Fellowship (2018) Dr. Payberah supervises PhD and Master’s students across diverse topics, including federated learning, explainable AI, large language model compression, and equity in algorithmic design. His students often collaborate with industry partners such as Ericsson, RISE, Peltarion, and Logical Clocks. His pedagogical philosophy bridges technical rigor with societal impact, reflected in his leadership of the co-liberative computing group and WASP cluster. He actively works on decentralized systems, critical AI, and socially responsible computing, with a career spanning roles at KTH, Oxford, and RISE. His academic contributions include mentoring over 30 graduate students and leading interdisciplinary initiatives in ethical AI.

• Equity and Justice in AI
• Large Language Models
• Co-Liberative Computing
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Jan-Willem van der Rijt is an Associate Professor at the Department of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies at Umeå University, specializing in political philosophy, normative ethics, and Kantian approaches. His work bridges philosophical inquiry with strategic interaction and democratic theory. Research focuses on human dignity, self-respect, well-being, and the ethical implications of AI chatbots Co-edited a volume on Focal Points in Negotiation , applying game theory to political coalition formation Key contributions include analyses of Kant's moral theory and neo-Roman republicanism in contemporary contexts Recent publications address AI ethics, retributive justice, and the moral tensions between admiration and self-respect. His articles frequently intersect political philosophy and practical applications. Teaching includes introductory courses in political philosophy and ethics, alongside advanced seminars on related topics.

• Political Philosophy
• Normative Ethics
• Moral Philosophy
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Jonas Andersson Schwarz is an Associate Professor and Lecturer at the Department of Culture and Learning, Södertörn University . His research focuses on digital media's impact on social structures, everyday life, epistemology, and media ecology, particularly through platforms, apps, and mobile hardware. He adopts interdisciplinary frameworks, integrating systems theory, legal/political-economic perspectives, and historical analyses. Research Shift : Transitioned from studying unregulated file-sharing to platform-centric media ecosystems. Key Themes : Authority and control in digital infrastructures, data-driven media economies, and sociotechnical structures. His work critically examines platform power, algorithmic governance, and intersections between technological ideologies and neoliberalism. Articles reveal trends in platform capitalism, digital ethics, and systemic conditions of media production. He co-authored Framtiden (2011) and authored Plattformssamhället (2019), a policy-oriented exploration of digitalization.

• Digital Media
• Media Studies
• Social Structures
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Peter Wikström is an Associate Professor of English Linguistics at Karlstad University, specializing in discourse analysis applied to digital and social media environments. He is a core member of the KuFo Research Group for Culture Studies and currently serves as Director of Studies for English, Spanish, and Intercultural Studies since 2024. His work integrates applied linguistic methods with media studies, focusing on topics such as public apologies, race discourse, and educational technology. Education: Defended his doctoral dissertation i tweet like i talk: Aspects of speech and writing on Twitter in 2017. Previously held a postdoctoral position (2019) at Karlstad University’s Department of Educational Studies, researching smartphone use among Swedish secondary students. Research Interests: Wikström’s work spans Racism and antiracism discourses in Sweden, Mediated apologies and public accountability, Digital ethnography of classroom smartphone use, Orality in social media communication, Language policy and testing in L2 education. Key Projects: Principal Investigator of Non-apologies: The reception of public apologies in mediated interaction in the era of #MeToo (Riksbankens Jubileumsfond, 2020–2024). Project researcher in The Swedish r-word: Uses and negotiations of race and racism in Swedish online discourse (Swedish Research Council, 2020–2024). Publications: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles and books, including the 2023 monographs Race in Sweden (Routledge) and co-edited anthology The Deracialisation of Sweden (Karlstad University Press). Recent work emphasizes how Sweden’s colorblind ideology shapes racial discourse in media, education, and public policy. Teaching: Leads advanced MA courses such as Language and Social Media and Critical Approaches to Language and Discourse , emphasizing discourse analysis and media literacy. Labs/Teams: Primary affiliation with KuFo, collaborating with Tobias Hübinette, Catrin Lundström, and interdisciplinary teams on race studies and digital discourse projects.

• Discourse Analysis
• Digital and Social Media Linguistics
• Racism and Antiracism Studies
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