Est. MMXXIV • Cambridge

The Architecture of
Perception

"We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are."
Exploring the ethical boundaries of neural decision making.

Research Areas

Current focal points of the laboratory

I.

Adaptive Topologies

Investigating self-organizing maps in resource-constrained environments. A study in efficiency vs. accuracy.

NSF Grant #8291
II.

Algorithmic Ethics

Frameworks for auditing bias in large language models used in the public sector.

Ongoing
III.

Human-In-The-Loop Systems

Designing interfaces that improve trust calibration between operators and autonomous agents. A collaborative effort with MIT Robotics.

MIT Collaboration

Selected Works

The Paradox of Automation

2024

Published in Journal of AI Research

Ramirez, E. & Chen, S.

Gradient Descent Strategies

2023

Presented at NeurIPS

Rodriguez, M. & Ramirez, E.

Perceptual Binding in Synthetic Vision

2022

Published in Cognitive Science

Ramirez, E.

Pedagogy

Fall Semester

CS 401: Machine Learning

A rigorous introduction to supervised learning. Emphasis on mathematical foundations.

Syllabus PDF
Spring Semester

CS 305: Computing Ethics

Examining the social impact of technology through philosophical frameworks.

Archived