Ann Nowe

Ann Nowe is a Professor at the Department of Electronics and Informatics (ETRO) at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. Her research focuses on reinforcement learning, multi-agent systems, robotics, and energy management. She leads the Federated labs AI and Robotics, emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration in artificial intelligence and sustainable robotics. With a prolific publication record (555+ outputs) and 152 active projects, her work spans theoretical advancements and applied solutions in AI ethics, explainability, and energy systems.

Her research interests include AI security, neuro-symbolic integration, and federated robotics. Notable contributions include frameworks for explainable AI in multi-agent environments and predictive maintenance algorithms for wind turbines. She has received multiple awards, including the ALA Best Paper Award (2018) and Best Demonstration Award (2019).

Dr. Nowe actively participates in conferences and workshops on trustworthy AI, co-organizing events like the World Conference on eXplainable AI (2025). Her work integrates ethical considerations and human-centric design principles across robotics, energy systems, and collective decision-making.