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Laurence Devillers is a Professor of computer science applied to social sciences at Sorbonne University, affiliated with the Interdisciplinary Laboratory for Digital Sciences (LISN). She specializes in ethics of AI, emotion recognition systems, and human-machine interaction. Her career spans foundational AI research and critical ethical analysis of technology's societal impact.
Education:
- Baccalauréat in Mathematics and Physics (1981, Lycée Lakanal)
- MIASS (Mathematics and Computer Science applied to Social Sciences) and Computer Science studies at Sorbonne University
- DEA in Computer Science at Paris-Saclay University (1992)
Research Focus: Dr. Devillers bridges computer science and social sciences through AI ethics, emotion modeling, and dialogue systems. She advocates for ethical safeguards against AI's manipulative potential while emphasizing inclusivity in tech design. Her work highlights gender disparities in AI development (e.g., 80% male developers vs. female-voiced systems).
Awards:
- Legion of Honor (2020)
Advisory and Grants: Led teams at LISN and secured research contracts, including dialogue systems for SNCF. Active in ethics committees like Allistène and GPAI, advising on chatbot ethics and AI standardization.
Labs & Teams: Head of the Affective and Social Dimensions in Spoken Interactions team at LISN, exploring psychology, sociology, and cognitive behavior in AI systems.
