The School of Engineering and Materials Science is delighted to congratulate Dr Deepshikha on her selection as a 2026 Women in AI Fellow with EDSAFE AI.

This prestigious fellowship recognises leaders across education, policy, and industry who are actively shaping how artificial intelligence is designed, governed, and used in learning environments. The programme places a strong emphasis on accountability, learner well-being, and ethical AI practices, aligning closely with SEMS' commitment to innovative, responsible, and inclusive digital education.

Through this fellowship, Dr Deepshikha will work alongside a global cohort of experts, engage with leading thinkers in AI and education, and apply the SAFE framework (Safety, Accountability, Fairness, and Efficacy) to real-world challenges in higher education. Her participation will further strengthen SEMS leadership in AI-enhanced assessment and feedback, particularly through her ongoing EduMark AI initiative, which seeks to improve the quality, consistency, and transparency of academic feedback using educator-guided AI workflows.

Reflecting on her selection, Dr Deepshikha said:

“I am deeply honoured to join the EDSAFE AI Women in AI Fellowship. I am excited to collaborate with an international community of educators and innovators, and to bring insights from the SAFE framework back into my teaching, scholarship, and the continued development of EduMark AI for the benefit of our students and staff.”

SEMS warmly congratulates Dr Deepshikha on this significant achievement and looks forward to the impact of her continued work at the intersection of AI, assessment, and STEM education.