Larry Kramer, president and vice chancellor of the London School of Economics and Political Science, said in London that the biggest challenges in the AI era are social science problems, not just technology problems. He argued that AI governance, climate change, inequality and declining public trust depend on economics, law, politics, sociology and psychology. LSE is preparing a new institute on future technologies and society, expanding partnerships, and widening AI access and training on campus.
Larry Kramer, president and vice chancellor of London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) / Courtesy of LSE
As universities worldwide navigate an era shaped by artificial intelligence, demographic shifts and geopolitical uncertainty, The Korea Times is interviewing leading university presidents across the globe to examine how institutions are redefining education, research and international collaboration. The series is supported by the Press Promotion Fund of the Korea Press Foundation.
LONDON — As the global race for artificial intelligence (AI) accelerates, universities are pouring unprecedented investment into science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). However, the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) argues that the defining challenges of the AI age will not be solved by technology alone.
