Leonidas Aristodemou

Leonidas Aristodemou, PhD, is a seasoned policy analyst and economist specializing in science, technology, and innovation. Currently serving at the OECD since January 2021, Leonidas holds positions in various expert groups focused on artificial intelligence (AI) and research and development (R&D) data management. An academic fellow at the University of Cambridge since October 2016, Leonidas has extensive experience in research and teaching within the Department of Engineering. Past roles include postdoctoral research fellowships at KU Leuven and the University of Cambridge, as well as leadership positions such as Chief Technology Officer at EMMa3D. Leonidas possesses a strong educational background with advanced degrees from the University of Cambridge and the Alan Turing Institute, emphasizing expertise in innovation engineering and artificial intelligence.