Rediet Abebe

Rediet Abebe is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Berkeley, and a Junior Fellow at the Harvard Society of Fellows. Her research examines the intersection of algorithms and inequality, focusing on building mathematical and computational foundations for equitable systems.

• PhD in Computer Science from Cornell University
• MA in Applied Mathematics and BA in Mathematics from Harvard University
• MSc in Part III of the Mathematical Tripos from University of Cambridge

Her work spans algorithmic fairness, computational social change, and legal AI applications, with notable projects like "Algorithms on Trial: Interrogating Evidentiary Statistical Software" addressing misuse of software tools in criminal justice systems. Recent publications analyze legal AI, educational equity, and network segregation.

Scientific Awards

• Andrew Carnegie Fellowship (2022-2024)

She advises doctoral students Eve Fleisig, Angela Jin, and Ali Shirali, and leads research initiatives including the MD4SG working group and Black in AI. Her work combines technical rigor with societal impact through interdisciplinary collaboration.