Gabriella Waters

Researching AI as an assistive technology, harmful bias neutralization/mitigation, computational representations of typically intractable concepts

Advancing AI: Fostering Accessibility, Fairness, and Ethical Innovation

My work is dedicated to exploring the immense potential of artificial intelligence as a tool for enhancing human capabilities and addressing complex societal challenges. My primary focus is on developing AI technologies that serve as powerful assistive tools to help bridge gaps in accessibility for individuals with cognitive differences and neurodiversity.

Pioneering Neurobiology-Driven AI

Welcome to the forefront of research at the nexus of human neurobiology, intelligent systems, and equitable AI. Gabriella Waters is leading transformative efforts to enhance human-computer synergy, support the neurodiverse community, and develop autonomous, robust systems.

Biography

Currently positioned as the Director Operations at Morgan State University’s Center for Equitable AI and Machine Learning Systems (CEAMLS), Gabriella Waters weaves her expertise in human neurobiology and AI to craft the technologies of tomorrow. Her leadership roles span setting research agendas at CoNA Lab to spearheading initiatives at Progressive Heuristics. A staunch advocate for equity in AI, she’s dedicated to ensuring technology respects and understands human diversity

Mission

Technology, when infused with a genuine understanding of human neurobiology, can revolutionize how we interact, work, and live. Every piece of research, every collaboration, and every innovation here aims to create an AI landscape that’s equitable, insightful, and inclusive

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The future will be shaped by machines that can solve problems accurately…


Even with the absence of various data points.

Our goal is to utilize the appropriate reward propagation in our reinforcement learning environments to gain the most useful data.

From Gabriella’s Peers

TESTIMONIALS AND AKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Words cannot fully capture the essence of Gabriella Waters

She profoundly impacts everyone she interacts with, whether as a professor, researcher, speaker, or collaborator.

She touches people on both a mental and soul level. She has a remarkable talent for simplifying the complex and conveying intricate ideas in a personal and relatable manner. It’s an honor to bear witness to the contributions she makes through her research and practice, which I am sure will have a deep and lasting impact on the planet. I am grateful to have her as a colleague and friend.

Dr. Carl Moore • Executive Fellow, Propel Center

Unique Knowledge

While working with Gabriella in her role at MSU, we’ve been able to research and advocate for discriminatory practices in emerging technology – an area that is imperative to the social and economic growth for diverse communities amidst the development of machine learning and AI products. Though developing equitable AI programs is critical, Gabriella brought deep knowledge, strategy, and collaboration to the partnerships that I admire and appreciate when tackling these important issues.

Amira Dhalla • Privacy and Security Expert

Gabriella Is An Exemplary Researcher

Uniquely blending academic rigor, real-world experience, and a personal passion for harnessing AI to improve lives.

Dr. Kofi Nyarko

  • Director – Center for Equitable AI & Machine Learning
  • Systems Director – Data Engineering and Predictive Analytics Lab Morgan State University