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Dr. Vassilis Galanos is a Lecturer in Digital Work at the University of Stirling's Management School, focusing on the sociology of AI, digital labor, and technology-society intersections. As a co-founder of the Edinburgh AI Ethics & Society research group, he has organized over 60 events while maintaining active roles in policy consultation and public engagement.
- Qualifications: PhD in Science, Technology & Innovation Studies (2022, University of Edinburgh)
- Former Roles: Postdoctoral Research Assistant in BRAID UK program (2023-2024)
His research bridges AI ethics, media archaeology, and digital labor sociology, with particular interest in expertise dynamics and expectation shaping in technology governance. Recent work examines Generative AI in education and data civics for urban development.
The 15 most recent publications reveal consistent focus on AI hype cycles, existential risk narratives, and technocultural paradoxes, spanning interdisciplinary venues from Deleuze and Guattari Studies to Artificial Intelligence in Medicine. Awards include Senior Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (2024) and Andrew Webster Prize recognition (2024).
- Teaching Innovations: Redesigned MGTU7S2 course with documentary-based assessment
- Public Engagement: Featured in WIRED, The New Real project, and University of Edinburgh's Teaching Matters blog
- Artistic Practice: Maintains photography portfolio featured in publications about Tuva, New York, and climate science
