The Centre for Assuring Autonomy
The Centre for Assuring Autonomy is the only research centre dedicated to the safety assurance of AI, autonomous systems and robotics anywhere in the world.
Our safety experts are working on real-world research and innovation challenges around AI/ML, human-AI teaming and, critically, the governance of such systems. Launched in January 2024, the Centre builds on the pioneering work of the Assuring Autonomy International Programme (AAIP) to develop frameworks for the assurance of AI and autonomous systems.
Influencing the safe adoption of AI
We are influential in the areas of AI regulation, software engineering, safety engineering, and software safety, supporting industry and regulators including in the adoption and use of our assurance frameworks.
Our work is independent and we work across disciplines, technologies, and sectors to develop expert guidance, deliver bespoke training, and address the evolving challenges the widespread adoption of AI and AI-enabled technologies across society brings.
Building confidence in safe AI
Through our work developing safety assurance cases, frameworks and methodologies for developers, regulators and other researchers we are building confidence in the use of AI technologies. We are working to ensure everyone can benefit from the safe, assured and regulated roll-out of AI enabled autonomous systems.
Our work
Our work takes a whole systems approach to assurance of AI, autonomy and robotics. It spans all sectors in order to deliver conceptually sound and empirically evaluated safety assurance frameworks that can be applied across domains. At the Centre, we work across four key areas:
Research and innovation
Our research areas of focus:
- Lifelong safety assurance of AI-enabled autonomous systems
- Human-centric design and assurance
- Informed governance
Influencing regulation and policy
- Working directly with government
- Partnering with regulators
Training and education
Specialist training for those working at the forefront of AI and autonomous technologies.
- Bespoke training for regulators and policymakers
- Unique CPD courses
- Workshops and webinars
Public Engagement
- Public talks
- Interactive workshops
- York Festival of Ideas