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Dr. Kate Macfarlane is a Senior Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence at the Department of Computing and Mathematics, Manchester Metropolitan University. Her work focuses on applying AI and automation to solve societal challenges, particularly in ensuring safe online interactions for vulnerable users. She holds a PhD in Multi-Agent Systems for Online Safety, a BSc in Computer Systems Engineering, and a PGCE. Her professional affiliations include Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA) and Member of the British Computer Society (MBCS).
Research & Projects
- Current Project: SafeChat, developing emotion detection systems for safer online communication.
- Innovate UK Project: Predictive financial models for SMEs with Proforecast Ltd., rated 'Very Good' by Innovate UK.
- Google DNI Fund's SMART tool: Analyzing social media abuse metrics for journalists.
- Cyber Eyes Wide Open: Bridging cybersecurity with creative industries through collaborative projects.
- Technological Family Report: Exploring future technologies' impact on families and connected homes.
Key Research Areas
Her interdisciplinary research spans AI ethics, distributed systems, game technologies, and cybersecurity. Notable contributions include multi-agent systems for child safety online and VR adoption challenges. She frequently speaks at conferences such as the Great Northern AI Summit and Dynamo 20 Collaborating for Success.
Grants & Collaborations
- Principal Investigator for Innovate UK's Proforecast project.
- Collaborations with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Sunderland University's Creative Fuse team.
Teaching & Engagement
Committed to education innovation, she designs human-centered AI curricula and mentors students in applied research projects.
