Scientific Advisory Board
Expert guidance for the association’s work
The Scientific Advisory Board is an advisory body of the association. It advises the board on research direction, scientific quality assurance, research ethics and the societal impact of the association’s work.
Tasks of the advisory board
- advising the board on research direction and quality assurance;
- supporting questions of research ethics;
- assessing the societal impact of the association’s activities;
- recommendations to the board on its own initiative.
The advisory board has no decision-making or representative authority. Its recommendations are expert advice that the board is not bound by.
Scientific Advisory Board
The advisory board is currently being appointed
The Scientific Advisory Board consists of at least three people with proven expertise. Members are appointed by the board. The process is underway — as soon as members are appointed, they will be presented here.
Expertise we are looking for
For a balanced composition, we are looking for experts in particular from these areas:
AI, computer science & HCI
Researchers focused on artificial intelligence, computer science or human-computer interaction.
Disability Studies & accessibility practice
Experts from disability services, self-advocacy and accessible design.
Ethics & law
Expertise in research ethics, data protection (GDPR) and the EU AI Act.
Interested in contributing?
Do you research or work in one of these fields and would like to support the association professionally? We would be glad to hear from you.