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'''Rana el Kaliouby''' ({{lang-ar|رنا القليوبي}}; born 1978) is an Egyptian-American computer scientist.<ref name=MITreview>{{cite web |title=MIT Technology Review 2012 |url=http://www2.technologyreview.com/tr35/profile.aspx?trid=1297 |accessdate=30 July 2014}}</ref> She is the co-founder, with [[Rosalind Picard]], and [[CEO]] of [[Affectiva]].
'''Rana el Kaliouby''' ({{lang-ar|رنا القليوبي}}; born 1978) is an Egyptian-American computer scientist.<ref name=MITreview>{{cite web |title=MIT Technology Review 2012 |url=http://www2.technologyreview.com/tr35/profile.aspx?trid=1297 |accessdate=30 July 2014}}</ref> Rana el Kaliouby is a visionary in the realm of computer science, known for her pioneering work in emotion AI. Born in 1978, el Kaliouby's career is a testament to innovation and the quest to humanize technology. Her journey from Egypt to becoming a global tech influencer underscores her dedication to integrating emotional intelligence with artificial intelligence, aiming to bridge the communication gap not just for those with autism but for society at large.
She is the co-founder, with [[Rosalind Picard]], and [[CEO]] of [[Affectiva]].


==Education==
==Education==


El Kaliouby earned a bachelor's degree and Master of Science degree from the [[American University in Cairo]], then a Ph.D. at [[Newnham College, Cambridge]].<ref>{{cite tech report |first=Rana |last=El-Kaliouby |title=Mind-reading machines: automated inference of complex mental states |number=UCAM-CL-TR-636 |institution=University of Cambridge, Computer Laboratory |year=2005 |url=http://www.cl.cam.ac.uk/techreports/UCAM-CL-TR-636.html}}</ref>
El Kaliouby's academic foundation was laid at the[[American University in Cairo]], where she earned both her Bachelor's and Master of Science degrees. Her passion for merging technology with human empathy propelled her to pursue further studies at [[Newnham College, Cambridge]].<ref>{{cite tech report |first=Rana |last=El-Kaliouby |title=Mind-reading machines: automated inference of complex mental states |number=UCAM-CL-TR-636 |institution=University of Cambridge, Computer Laboratory |year=2005 |url=http://www.cl.cam.ac.uk/techreports/UCAM-CL-TR-636.html}}</ref> where she completed her Ph.D. This academic journey was not just about acquiring degrees; it was about charting a path that would allow her to make significant contributions to the field of computer science and beyond.


==Career==
==Career==
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El Kaliouby worked as a [[research scientist]] at [[Massachusetts Institute of Technology]], helping to found their Autism & Communication Technology Initiative.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://blip.tv/autismlive/rolisand-6672702 |title=Watch Rosalind Picard MIT Media Lab Autism Research &#124; Autism Live Episodes &#124; Health & Fitness Videos &#124; Blip |accessdate=2014-11-14 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20141129015849/http://blip.tv/autismlive/rolisand-6672702 |archivedate=2014-11-29 }}</ref> At the Affective Computing group of [[MIT Media Lab]], she was part of a team that pioneered development of the "emotional hearing aid",<ref>{{cite journal |last1=El-Kaliouby |first1=Rana |last2=Robinson |first2=Peter |date=2005-12-01 |title=The emotional hearing aid: an assistive tool for children with [[Asperger syndrome]] |journal=Universal Access in the Information Society |volume=4 |issue=2 |pages=121–134 |doi=10.1007/s10209-005-0119-0 |s2cid=23496012 }}</ref> which are emotion-reading [[Smartglasses|wearable glasses]].
El Kaliouby worked as a [[research scientist]] at [[Massachusetts Institute of Technology]], helping to found their Autism & Communication Technology Initiative.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://blip.tv/autismlive/rolisand-6672702 |title=Watch Rosalind Picard MIT Media Lab Autism Research &#124; Autism Live Episodes &#124; Health & Fitness Videos &#124; Blip |accessdate=2014-11-14 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20141129015849/http://blip.tv/autismlive/rolisand-6672702 |archivedate=2014-11-29 }}</ref> At the Affective Computing group of [[MIT Media Lab]], she was part of a team that pioneered development of the "emotional hearing aid",<ref>{{cite journal |last1=El-Kaliouby |first1=Rana |last2=Robinson |first2=Peter |date=2005-12-01 |title=The emotional hearing aid: an assistive tool for children with [[Asperger syndrome]] |journal=Universal Access in the Information Society |volume=4 |issue=2 |pages=121–134 |doi=10.1007/s10209-005-0119-0 |s2cid=23496012 }}</ref> which are emotion-reading [[Smartglasses|wearable glasses]].


She cofounded Affectiva with [[Rosalind Picard]], leading its emotion science team.<ref name="Affectiva Team">{{cite web |title=Affectiva Company Team |url=http://www.affectiva.com/company/about-us/ |accessdate=9 November 2016}}</ref> In 2016, she became the CEO of Affectiva.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Affectiva |title=Affectiva Co-Founder and CEO, Rana el Kaliouby |url=http://go.affectiva.com/rana-el-kaliouby |access-date=2020-01-06 |website=go.affectiva.com |language=en}}</ref>
She cofounded Affectiva with [[Rosalind Picard]], leading its emotion science team.<ref name="Affectiva Team">{{cite web |title=Affectiva Company Team |url=http://www.affectiva.com/company/about-us/ |accessdate=9 November 2016}}</ref> In 2016, she became the CEO of Affectiva.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Affectiva |title=Affectiva Co-Founder and CEO, Rana el Kaliouby |url=http://go.affectiva.com/rana-el-kaliouby |access-date=2020-01-06 |website=go.affectiva.com |language=en}}</ref> She spearheaded the development of emotion AI, a technology aimed at understanding human emotions and cognitive states. This work has had a far-reaching impact, influencing industries from automotive to mental health, and underlining the importance of empathy in technological advancements.



== Books ==
== Books ==
El Kaliouby's memoir ''Girl Decoded'' was published in April 2020.<ref name=decoded>{{cite book |last1=El Kaliouby |first1=Rana |last2=Colman |first2=Carol |date=2020 |title=Girl Decoded: A Scientist's Quest to Reclaim our Humanity by Bringing Emotional Intelligence to Technology |url=https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/603999/girl-decoded-by-rana-el-kaliouby-with-carol-colman/ |publisher=[[Penguin Random House]] |isbn= 9781984824769}}</ref>
El Kaliouby's literary contributions include her memoir, ''Girl Decoded,'' published in April 2020<ref name=decoded>{{cite book |last1=El Kaliouby |first1=Rana |last2=Colman |first2=Carol |date=2020 |title=Girl Decoded: A Scientist's Quest to Reclaim our Humanity by Bringing Emotional Intelligence to Technology |url=https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/603999/girl-decoded-by-rana-el-kaliouby-with-carol-colman/ |publisher=[[Penguin Random House]] |isbn= 9781984824769}}</ref>, which offers an intimate glimpse into her life and the challenges she faced on her journey to revolutionize technology with emotion AI.

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Additionally, she contributed a chapter to ''Architects of Intelligence: The Truth About AI from the People Building it'' by the American futurist [[Martin Ford (author)|Martin Ford]].<ref name="BK10">{{cite news |url = https://www.forbes.com/sites/williamfalcon/2018/11/30/this-is-the-future-of-ai-according-to-23-world-leading-ai-experts/#60939b2b62f2 |title = This Is The Future Of AI According To 23 World-Leading AI Experts|last=Falcon|first=William |date=30 November 2018|website=Forbes |access-date=20 March 2019 }}</ref> in 2018, providing insights into the future of AI from the perspective of one of its leading builders. These publications not only highlight her technical expertise but also her role as an advocate for diversity and inclusion in STEM fields.



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El Kaliouby also contributed one chapter to the 2018 book ''Architects of Intelligence: The Truth About AI from the People Building it'' by the American futurist [[Martin Ford (author)|Martin Ford]].<ref name="BK10">{{cite news |url = https://www.forbes.com/sites/williamfalcon/2018/11/30/this-is-the-future-of-ai-according-to-23-world-leading-ai-experts/#60939b2b62f2 |title = This Is The Future Of AI According To 23 World-Leading AI Experts|last=Falcon|first=William |date=30 November 2018|website=Forbes |access-date=20 March 2019 }}</ref>


==See also==
==See also==

Revision as of 21:20, 18 April 2024

Rana el Kaliouby
Born1978 (age 45–46)
EducationAmerican University in Cairo (BS, MS)
Newnham College, Cambridge (PhD)
TitleCEO at Affectiva
Children2, including Jana Amin
Websiteaffectiva.com/rana-el-kaliouby

Rana el Kaliouby (Arabic: رنا القليوبي; born 1978) is an Egyptian-American computer scientist.[1] Rana el Kaliouby is a visionary in the realm of computer science, known for her pioneering work in emotion AI. Born in 1978, el Kaliouby's career is a testament to innovation and the quest to humanize technology. Her journey from Egypt to becoming a global tech influencer underscores her dedication to integrating emotional intelligence with artificial intelligence, aiming to bridge the communication gap not just for those with autism but for society at large. She is the co-founder, with Rosalind Picard, and CEO of Affectiva.

Education

El Kaliouby's academic foundation was laid at theAmerican University in Cairo, where she earned both her Bachelor's and Master of Science degrees. Her passion for merging technology with human empathy propelled her to pursue further studies at Newnham College, Cambridge.[2] where she completed her Ph.D. This academic journey was not just about acquiring degrees; it was about charting a path that would allow her to make significant contributions to the field of computer science and beyond.

Career

El Kaliouby worked as a research scientist at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, helping to found their Autism & Communication Technology Initiative.[3] At the Affective Computing group of MIT Media Lab, she was part of a team that pioneered development of the "emotional hearing aid",[4] which are emotion-reading wearable glasses.

She cofounded Affectiva with Rosalind Picard, leading its emotion science team.[5] In 2016, she became the CEO of Affectiva.[6] She spearheaded the development of emotion AI, a technology aimed at understanding human emotions and cognitive states. This work has had a far-reaching impact, influencing industries from automotive to mental health, and underlining the importance of empathy in technological advancements.


Books

El Kaliouby's literary contributions include her memoir, Girl Decoded, published in April 2020[7], which offers an intimate glimpse into her life and the challenges she faced on her journey to revolutionize technology with emotion AI.

Additionally, she contributed a chapter to Architects of Intelligence: The Truth About AI from the People Building it by the American futurist Martin Ford.[8] in 2018, providing insights into the future of AI from the perspective of one of its leading builders. These publications not only highlight her technical expertise but also her role as an advocate for diversity and inclusion in STEM fields.


See also

References

  1. ^ "MIT Technology Review 2012". Retrieved 30 July 2014.
  2. ^ El-Kaliouby, Rana (2005). Mind-reading machines: automated inference of complex mental states (Technical report). University of Cambridge, Computer Laboratory. UCAM-CL-TR-636.
  3. ^ "Watch Rosalind Picard MIT Media Lab Autism Research | Autism Live Episodes | Health & Fitness Videos | Blip". Archived from the original on 29 November 2014. Retrieved 14 November 2014.
  4. ^ El-Kaliouby, Rana; Robinson, Peter (1 December 2005). "The emotional hearing aid: an assistive tool for children with Asperger syndrome". Universal Access in the Information Society. 4 (2): 121–134. doi:10.1007/s10209-005-0119-0. S2CID 23496012.
  5. ^ "Affectiva Company Team". Retrieved 9 November 2016.
  6. ^ Affectiva. "Affectiva Co-Founder and CEO, Rana el Kaliouby". go.affectiva.com. Retrieved 6 January 2020.
  7. ^ El Kaliouby, Rana; Colman, Carol (2020). Girl Decoded: A Scientist's Quest to Reclaim our Humanity by Bringing Emotional Intelligence to Technology. Penguin Random House. ISBN 9781984824769.
  8. ^ Falcon, William (30 November 2018). "This Is The Future Of AI According To 23 World-Leading AI Experts". Forbes. Retrieved 20 March 2019.

External links

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