James Maclaurin

James Maclaurin

Keynote Speaker: Professor; Co-Director, Centre for AI and Public Policy at the University of Otago

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James Maclaurin Biography

James Maclaurin is a philosopher of science with particular interest in computing and information science (particularly artificial intelligence and it’s impact on humanity) and in the life sciences (especially ecology and evolutionary biology). He is a graduate of Victoria University of Wellington and his PhD is from the Australian National University (RSSS). He has taught at the Australian National University, the University of Melbourne and Victoria University of Wellington where he was a Marsden Post Doctoral Fellow. He is a co-director of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Public Policy. He was appointed University Public Orator in 2019.

He is an organizer (with Colin Gavighan and Ali Knott) of the University of Otago’s Artificial Intelligence and Society Group as well as a PI with Colin and Ali on the “Artificial Intelligence and Law in New Zealand” project funded by the New Zealand Law Foundation. His other research centers on Philosophy of Biology (where he has written on innateness, fitness, theoretical morphology, and biological diversity) and on the application of evolutionary principles in other domains such as philosophy of time, computer science and economics. He has also written on metaphilosophy. He is co-author with Kim Sterelny of What is Biodiversity? (University of Chicago Press); co-author of the forthcoming Citizen's Guide to Artificial Intelligence (MIT Press); editor of Rationis Defensor: Essays in Honour of Colin Cheyne (2012, Springer); and co-editor of A New Science of Religion (2012, Routledge) with Greg Dawes.

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  • How much does it cost to book James Maclaurin for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for James Maclaurin, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire James Maclaurin, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does James Maclaurin speak about?

    James Maclaurin is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Authors, Education, Futurism, Ethics & Integrity and Government.
  • Where does James Maclaurin travel from?

    James Maclaurin generally travels from North Dunedin, New Zealand and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for James Maclaurin?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like James Maclaurin for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book James Maclaurin for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

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