David Ebert leads AI adoption at U of A
David Ebert, the University of Arizona's chief AI and data science officer, speaks at the recent AI in Leadership Summit.
Kris Hanning, Office of Research and Partnerships
As the University of Arizona's first chief AI and data science officer – a role that's rare in higher education nationwide – David Ebert's mission is to accelerate artificial intelligence efforts by empowering the campus community to use it safely, sustainably, effectively and in ways that are human-centered. Ebert, the Computer Science Engineering Endowed Innovation Chair and professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, outlines in a Q & A how AI can enhance the university's mission and make it more human – not less.
"Our job is to listen carefully, address concerns and move in a way that's inclusive and builds confidence across the community," said Ebert.