On 7 May 2026, CWI and Maastricht University host the symposium Understanding Bias in AI – a Wide Lens at Science Park 123, Amsterdam. The event examines how bias can arise, propagate, and be amplified across the AI lifecycle, from data selection to model deployment and interpretation. By taking a broad, systemic perspective, the symposium highlights the complex interactions between human and machine biases in sociotechnical systems.

Program

13:00–14:00 – Keynote by Prof. Nava Tintarev: Whom are you Explaining to, and Why?
14:00–14:30 – Break
14:30–16:00 – Presentations:
Hilde Weerts – Decoding Algorithmic Fairness
Delfina Martinez Pandiani – Tracing Bias? Following Glitches in Iterative Image Generation
Mark Keane – How Real is My Bias: Cognitive Biases Need Robust Expression & Verified Mechanisms
Flor Miriam Plaza del Arco – TBD
16:00–17:00 – Plenary discussion based on statements
17:00–17:45 – Networking drinks

This free event is designed for researchers, AI professionals, and anyone interested in Responsible AI. Registration is required.