Nell Watson

Trusted Advisor ∙ AI Philosopher ∙ Responsibility Advocate

Nell Watson, known as Eleanor 'Nell' Watson, is a prominent figure in the field of emerging technologies, including machine vision and A.I. ethics, with a focus on safeguarding human rights and embedding ethics in technologies like Artificial Intelligence.

As an influential IEEE Ethics Maestro, Nell chairs the IEEE's ECPAIS Transparency Experts Focus Group and serves as Vice Chair of the P7001 Transparency of Autonomous Systems committee on A.I. Ethics & Safety, contributing to the development of mechanisms in A.I. to ensure algorithmic trust.

Furthermore, Nell leads multiple organizations like EthicsNet.org, CulturalPeace.org, Endohazard.org, and Pacha.org, each dedicated to areas such as fostering prosocial behaviors in machines, establishing rules for cultural conflict, educating consumers about endocrine disruptors, and accounting for externalities like pollution in an automated manner.

With an impressive educational background ranging from a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering to certificates in various fields like research methods and strategic business information systems, Nell's expertise is rich and diverse.

Having held executive consultancy roles at Apple and served in prestigious positions such as President of EURAIO, Nell has been actively contributing to shaping ethical practices in the realm of Artificial Intelligence.

Nell has also been associated with renowned organizations like The Future Society and The Atlantic Council as a Senior Scientific Advisor and Senior Fellow, respectively, showcasing her extensive involvement in the global AI ethics discourse.

A talented public speaker, Nell has shared her insights on building a better future at prestigious platforms like The World Bank, The United Nations General Assembly, and The Royal Society, along with writing a book titled 'Taming the Machine: Ethically Harness the Power of AI' and contributing articles to media outlets such as Fast Company and Big Think.

Through her various roles, Nell remains committed to promoting a responsible and ethical approach to the advancement of Artificial Intelligence and inspiring others to join her in this crucial mission.