Summary
Michael Cook is a Senior Lecturer and AI researcher based in London with 14 years of experience bridging academic research, game design, and public science communication. He holds a PhD in Artificial Intelligence and an MEng in Computer Science from Imperial College London and has held research and fellowship roles at King's College London, Queen Mary, the Royal Academy of Engineering, Falmouth, and Goldsmiths. His work blends rigorous AI research with creative practice in games, making complex ideas accessible to diverse audiences while advancing interdisciplinary methods. Known for a self-deprecating sense of humor about his code, he nonetheless produces scholarly work that informs both theory and practice. Colleagues value him for translating academic insights into engaging teaching and public-facing projects that spark curiosity beyond the lab.
14 years of coding experience
4 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Artificial Intelligence, Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Artificial Intelligence at Imperial College London