Introduction
Dr. Manjeet Rege is a globally recognized academic, author, and keynote speaker at the forefront of artificial intelligence and data science. He serves as Professor and Chair of the Department of Software Engineering and Data Science, where he also directs the Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence. With over two decades of deep expertise in AI and data science, Dr. Rege has built a distinguished record of scholarship, with more than 100 peer-reviewed publications spanning machine learning, data analytics, and responsible AI. He serves on the editorial review boards of leading journals and regularly participates on program committees of international conferences, reflecting the global reach and impact of his research contributions.
Dr. Rege's influence extends well beyond the United States. In recognition of his transformative contributions to the field of analytics, Woxsen University in Hyderabad, India established a named chair professorship and a dedicated analytics lab in his honor, a rare distinction that underscores his standing as a truly international figure in AI and data science.
A sought-after thought leader and media commentator, Dr. Rege is frequently featured in television, print, and digital media, offering expert perspective on the most pressing developments in machine learning, generative AI, and the ethical dimensions of emerging technology. He was named a Leading Academic Data Leader by CDO Magazine, and is a recipient of the Tekne Award for Tech Educator of the Year from the Minnesota Technology Association, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the Minnesota technology community.
Dr. Rege is the author of the book "Ethics and Governance of Artificial Intelligence: Frameworks, Risks and Society," a timely and authoritative work that examines the risks, frameworks, and societal implications of AI at a moment when these questions have never been more consequential. As an advisor to organizations navigating the complexities of AI adoption and data strategy, he brings a rare combination of scholarly depth, real-world experience, and a clear-eyed vision for where the technology is headed. Whether in the classroom, on the keynote stage, or in the boardroom, Dr. Rege is committed to making AI more understandable, more responsible, and more impactful for everyone it touches.