E142 | Is Your AI Gender-Biased? Pharma's Hidden Ethical Dilemma Revealed with Sandra Struebing

In this episode, we explore how artificial intelligence (AI) reflects and often amplifies gender bias from the real world. Sandra Struebing, head of the Global Women Employee Network and a data and AI specialist, joins us to discuss the roots of gender bias in AI and how to address it effectively.

Sandra shares her insights on how data drives AI models and how biases in training data can perpetuate stereotypes. We discuss the importance of measuring these biases and the practical strategies needed to create more equitable AI systems. She highlights her extensive experience in technology and sales, advocating for inclusive messaging and design in AI-powered tools.

This conversation delves into how we can hold AI to higher ethical standards while embracing its potential for social impact. From addressing the challenges of bias quantification to building solutions that prioritise inclusivity, this episode uncovers the steps needed to make AI a force for good.

Guest:

Sandra Struebing - Head of the Global Women Employee Network at Avanade and AI specialist with over two decades of experience in technology and sales. Formerly with Microsoft, she champions inclusive design and equity in AI.

Topics Covered:

• Understanding Gender Bias in AI
• The Role of Data in AI Models
• Quantifying and Addressing Bias in AI
• Building Inclusive AI Systems
• The Future of Ethical AI

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If you'd like to connect with Sandra Struebing or learn more about her work, check out her LinkedIn.

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AI For Pharma Growth is the podcast from pioneering Pharma Artificial Intelligence entrepreneur Dr. Andree Bates created to help organisations understand how the use of AI based technologies can easily save them time and grow their brands and business. 

This show blends deep experience in the sector with demystifying AI for all pharma people, from start up biotech right through to Big Pharma. In this podcast Dr Andree will teach you the tried and true secrets to building a pharma company using AI that anyone can use, at any budget.

As the author of many peer-reviewed journals and having addressed over 500 industry conferences across the globe, Dr Andree Bates uses  her obsession with all things AI and future-tech to help you to navigate through the, sometimes confusing but, magical world of AI powered tools to grow pharma businesses. 

This podcast features many experts who have developed powerful AI powered tools that are the secret behind some time saving and supercharged revenue generating business results. Those who share their stories and expertise show how AI can be applied to sales, marketing, production, social media, psychology, customer insights and so much more.

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