Data Science Institute
An interdisciplinary institute fostering the study of data science and AI with a focus on the social sciences through research, education and engagement
About the DSI
Our mission is to convene, catalyse and communicate LSE activity in data science and AI
AI research at LSE
Understanding emerging AI technologies and their societal, economic, and political ramifications through short films, blogs, articles and events
Explore our events programme
DSI hosts public, research and student events focusing on all aspects of AI and data science
Catch up on past events
Watch recordings of events from across LSE that discuss the impact of AI and data on society
Event recording | AI, technology and society
The panel discuss how their work at the intersection of AI and the social sciences can help ensure AI serves the greater good
DSI Faculty Affiliates
Faculty affiliates of the data science institute at LSE are researchers whose research relates to data science and AI
LSE Research for the World
LSE researchers are using tech’s revolutionary power to understand our world better, looking at AI’s potential to do good, and limiting its potential for harm.
AI, technology and society
A series of short films exploring how rapid advancements in technology will affect society
DSI taught modules for undergraduates
Explore the four DSI taught data science module options available for students studying a range of courses across LSE
DSI PhD Affiliate Network
Join our PhD Affiliate Network of PhD researchers working in relation to data science and AI.
Henry Wynn Prize
An annual prize for students taking DSI modules recognising student excellence, collegiality and engagement beyond the classroom
Undergraduate Programmes
Discover programmes designed to develop practical data and AI skills, deepen theoretical knowledge, and fostering data-driven insights
Executive education in data science and AI
LSE delivers world-class, transformative executive education courses that empower leaders and organisations with cutting-edge strategies and big-picture thinking.
Why AI needs social science
Professor Helen Margetts, Professor Cosmina Dorobantu
The UK’s AI training ambition deserves better than a course directory
Dr Jon Cardoso-Silva, Jeni Brown
Regulating sexual content online has always been a challenge – how we got here
Professor Helen Margetts, Professor Cosmina Dorobantu
Making the case for a child rights approach to AI
Professor Sonia Livingstone OBE, Dr Mariya Stoilova, Ayça Atabey, Gazal Shekhawat, Dr Kim Ringmar Sylwander
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