About
Dr. Roman Yampolskiy is a renowned computer scientist whose work spans AI safety, cybersecurity, and the governance implications of intelligent systems.
He is an associate professor at the Speed School of Engineering, University of Louisville, where he directs the Cyber Security Lab and leads research on AI risk assessment, robustness, and safety-by-design.
His research explores how to anticipate, prevent, and mitigate failures in AI systems, including adversarial attacks, alignment challenges, and ethical considerations for deploying autonomous agents. Dr. Yampolskiy collaborates with academics, industry partners, and policymakers to develop practical frameworks and standards for trustworthy AI.
He is a prolific speaker and author, sharing insights on risk, governance, and security at international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals. His work emphasizes the need for governance structures that scale with rapidly evolving AI capabilities, ensuring that safety, transparency, and accountability become foundational aspects of AI deployment.
His leadership and collaborative approach make him an invaluable voice for discussions on the future of AI safety and responsible innovation.