Stephen Rainey

Stephen Rainey is a Research Fellow at the School of Computer Science and Informatics, Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media, De Montfort University. He is affiliated with the Centre for Computing & Social Responsibility (CCSR), where his work bridges philosophy, ethics, and emerging technologies. His research spans governance, AI, robotics, social ontology, and rationality, with a strong focus on European research frameworks such as FP7 and H2020.

His research expertise lies at the intersection of philosophy and technology. Key areas include the philosophy of mind, language, and rationality, alongside ethical and governance challenges posed by artificial intelligence and robotics. He has contributed to European research ethics evaluation through roles with the European Research Council and the Directorate General of Research and Technology. His academic interests also extend to political philosophy and the philosophy of science and technology.

Stephen Rainey is an active member of the British Society for Artificial Intelligence and Simulation of Behaviour (AISB), reflecting his engagement with interdisciplinary communities focused on AI and cognitive systems. His work emphasizes the societal implications of technological development, particularly in institutional and policy contexts.

As a Research Fellow, he has extensive experience in writing and evaluating research proposals within the European Union's research programs. While no specific grants or advising roles are listed, his involvement in ethics evaluation indicates significant contribution to research integrity and responsible innovation.

He is part of the Centre for Computing & Social Responsibility (CCSR), a research group dedicated to exploring the social, ethical, and policy dimensions of computing and technology. This affiliation underscores his commitment to socially responsible research and innovation.