Dr Peter Winter

I am a sociologist in the field of Science and Technology Studies (STS) specialising in the analysis of complex sociotechnical systems, particularly sociotechnical systems involving Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications. I am particularly interested in the challenges of developing, integrating and implementing AI technologies for use in real-world contexts (e.g. the role of regulation, trust and transparency) as well as its effects on professional practice and organisational structure.

I am currently working on the EPSRC-funded Trustworthy Autonomous Systems (TAS) project researching the development and regulation of three types of autonomous systems at University of Bristol and Bristol Robotics Laboratory.

I have also undertaken research on the implementation of digital twins in cardiovascular medicine, the development of medical AI for the early diagnosis of a rare disease, the improvement of public inclusivity in robotics design, the training of visual expertise in medical and radiography education, the disclosure of mental health in professional sport, and the provision of mental health support for medical students. Prior to academia, I provided research support to two independent charities (The Mentor Ring and The Older People's Commissioner for Wales) in the voluntary sector and worked as an investment associate for Legal and General PLC (Cardiff, UK).