University of Cambridge, Department of Law

May is a fiscal sociologist and socio-legal researcher based in the Faculty of Law, with a focus on decentralized finance (DeFi), digital assets, taxation, and the digital economy. Her current project, "Taxing Ghosts: Transnational Residency Issues in the Digital Economy" (2023-2026), is funded by the Leverhulme Trust and explores how tech start-ups and companies navigate economic and regulatory systems. May is also leading a 10-year study on women in offshore finance, comparing their career experiences to those in metropolitan financial centers. She holds a BA and MA in Communication from Simon Fraser University, Canada, and a PhD in Sociology from the University of Cambridge.

University of Cambridge, Faculty of Law

Damien is a current 3rd year PhD student in law at the University of Cambridge studying the taxation of outer space commerce. He holds an LLM from the University of Toronto, where he also completed his BA (Hons.), and has a JD from Queen's University, Canada. In addition to his work as a lawyer and legal scholar, he is a Fellow of the Royal Canadian College of Organists.

University of Cambridge, Department of Geography

Kofi completed his undergraduate degree in Political Science with an International Relations specialization at Williams College. He moved to Cambridge in 2022 to pursue an MPhil in Anthropocene Studies and is now in his second year of a PhD in Geography at Emmanuel College. His research focuses on governance frameworks for climate intervention, particularly marine cloud brightening. In 2025, he'll travel to Australia to interview stakeholders in the first experiments over the Great Barrier Reef. ​​

University of Cambridge

Vicka is a conflict researcher with bachelor's degrees from Georgetown University, currently pursuing an MPhil in Development Studies at the University of Cambridge as a Gates Cambridge Scholar. Her research focuses on the intersection of AI, conflict, and human rights, exploring how emerging technologies impact global conflicts and humanitarian issues.

University of Cambridge, Department of Sociology

Mandi Li is a sociologist studying AI at the University of Cambridge. She holds a degree in Media and Information from the University of Amsterdam and participated in the Philosophy & AI Ethics exchange program at the University of Edinburgh. Her research, published in journals like the Journal of Metaverse and Sonic Scope, focuses on AI, extended reality, and social media. She also led the development of the "ChatQuine" philosophy language model. ​​

London Interdisciplinary School (LIS)

Finnian is a final-year BASc student at the London Interdisciplinary School (LIS), where he specializes in mixed quantitative and qualitative methods for complex problems. His research spans topics such as the UK government’s AI white paper, Chinese involvement in Africa, and aid distribution modeling for Afghanistan, as well as projects for clients like UN Habitat. His academic interests include crisis management, diplomacy, space commercialization, and quantitative historical modeling. In his free time, Finnian plays the erhu (a Chinese spike fiddle) with a punk musician and in an ensemble, engages in Model UN crisis simulations, and enjoys long walks in the countryside.

University of Cambridge, Department of Philosophy

Darian is an AI Ethicist with experience in the technology industry. He holds a background in technology management and is currently pursuing an MPhil in Ethics of AI, Data, and Algorithms. His research focuses on AI consciousness and cognition, while his broader interests span the field of AI Ethics.

University of Cambridge, Department of Criminology

Conor Finan is a Lieutenant in the Royal Canadian Navy and a qualified Maritime Tactical Operations Officer. His most recent role was East Coast Detachment Commander for the Naval Tactical Operations Group. He holds a degree in Criminology and Celtic Studies from the University of Toronto and is currently pursuing an MPhil in Criminology at Cambridge. His research interests include terrorism, counterterrorism, and military theory.

University of Cambridge, Department of Philosophy

Izabella is an MPhil student at Cambridge, specializing in the Ethics of AI, Data, and Algorithms. She holds an undergraduate degree in geophysics from Harvard University and a master's in philosophy from the University of Miami. Izabella has experience working for a non-profit AI regulation organization. Her research focuses on risk predictive algorithms in the criminal justice system and social media's impact on human flourishing, with additional interests in climate change responsibility and AI companions' effects on human interactions.

University of Cambridge, Department of Sociology

Ali is an MPhil student in Sociology at the University of Cambridge, focusing on digital environments, societal structures, and collective consciousness. His research explores how digital platforms affect community dynamics and social interactions. With an MA in Islamic Studies from SOAS and a degree in Social Development, he aims to examine the role of digital media in shaping civil society.

University of Cambridge, Department of Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics

Owen is studying Quantitative Climate and Environmental Science at the University of Cambridge. He is interested in how militaries can reduce their environmental impact while also gaining strategic advantages. Owen is enthusiastic about discussing existential risks and exploring ways to secure the best possible future for current and future generations, with a special focus on AI Safety research.

University of Cambridge; Apart Research

Cameron Tice is an MPhil student at the University of Cambridge, focusing on the computational modeling of behavior. He is also a fellow at Apart Research, where he is developing a method to improve the robustness of AI capability evaluations, particularly against potentially deceptive models. With growing concerns about short timelines to AGI, Cameron prioritizes research projects that can be swiftly implemented to mitigate associated risks.

University of Cambridge, History and Politics

Rade is a History and Politics student at King's College, Cambridge, with a passion for human rights, democracy, social justice, environmental protection, green innovation, and European unity. He is actively involved in running Čempres, a Serbian environmental NGO, and Maslina Ventures, a startup focused on sustainable agriculture and import-export. In his free time, Rade enjoys playing the piano and violin, as well as football and tennis.

Cardiff University

Joe first became interested in long-term futures while studying Biological Sciences at Cardiff University. Over time, this interest expanded to include the development of economic and cybernetic feedback structures. Outside of academics, Joe is a regular archer and occasionally serves as a strategy game playtester, blending analytical thinking with a love for tactical challenges.

London Interdisciplinary School

Kenneth is a second-year undergraduate at the London Interdisciplinary School, pursuing a BASc (Hons) in Interdisciplinary Problems and Methods. His academic interests focus on security studies, strategy, and political economy. He has experience in academic and corporate research on topics like Anti-Fraud and Corruption, European identity, and Marketing Science. Kenneth is particularly interested in exploring existential risks, including nuclear threats and AI safety. Outside of academics, he enjoys sailing and hiking.

University of Cambridge, Department of Philosophy

Kang Qi is a first-year philosophy student at the University of Cambridge, originally from Singapore. His philosophical interests include the philosophy of science, the philosophy of mind, and epistemology. Outside of his studies, Kang Qi enjoys listening to podcasts, audiobooks, and expanding his knowledge across various academic fields.

University of Cambridge, Department of Economics

James is a second-year Economics undergraduate at Christ's College, having completed high school in Germany. He has contributed to economics research, with projects exploring the economic impact of blockchain and the birthplaces of politicians. His interests span spaceflight, weight training, entrepreneurship, geopolitics, quantitative finance, and machine learning.

University of Cambridge

Vedaangh is a second-year student at the University of Cambridge, studying Computer Science (CST Part IB). With a growing interest in the future of technology, he is particularly intrigued by the concept of a post-AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) society and its potential impact on the world.