The Human Condition: Checks and Balances

Speech interaction is central to our society. To communicate effectively, speakers naturally adapt their language and tone to suit their interlocutor. While this adjustment comes natural to many people, others may struggle. One of the challenges is finding the right balance in this adaptation. This talk will explore research on how our brains navigate this delicate balance, discussing whether and how these adaptations are helpful.

We can sentence people who commit crime in different ways – and for different reasons. Learn about the justifications of sentencing and the implications for how do ‘do justice’ in Ireland.

How does the language we consume affect our thoughts? Understanding why human-like biases occur in language models may teach us more about ourselves and the beliefs we hold than the machines we study.