KMi is a diverse and multidisciplinary R&D lab that has been at the forefront of innovation since 1995, conducting research in computing technologies for social and environmental good. Our research spans Semantic Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Educational Media, Social Data Science, Scholarly Data, Blockchain, Citizen Science, Collective Intelligence, Smart Cities, and others.

At the Knowledge Media Institute (KMi), we transform bold ideas into innovative technologies with real-world impact on society and the environment. We understand technology, and people, and how to harness the latest technical advancements to tackle today's and tomorrow's challenges. For over 30 years, KMi has led AI-driven breakthroughs in knowledge and science, reinforcing research, education, and discovery with intelligent, ethical, and inclusive solutions. Our work empowers all learners, with a strong focus on those from less advantaged backgrounds, ensuring education remains accessible and equitable. We specialise in Benevolent Tech, developing powerful tools for combating online harms, reshaping life in smart cities, reconnecting people with nature to save the planet, and advancing the world's understanding of critical AI developments.

Our expertise in AI ethics, explainability, and human-AI collaboration is more crucial than ever, offering key insights for the responsible adoption of AI in education, research, and society. Our latest advancements include leveraging generative AI for personalised lifelong learning, powering a global open research system serving 30 million monthly users, and developing AI-driven tools to track and predict the progress and retention of over 100,000 students. What sets KMi apart is our pioneering hybrid approach; blending human and symbolic understanding with machine intelligence and analysis. This fusion enables us to move beyond conventional tech solutions, driving meaningful change through groundbreaking human-centred innovations.

KMi prides itself on being diverse, equitable, non-hierarchical and people-oriented, facilitating the free generation of ideas and their robust deliberation. It provides an agile and supportive environment that removes barriers to creativity, fosters innovation and enables talent to thrive.

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