Dr Fiona Kerr

Dr Fiona Kerr is a global authority on human connectivity and synchronisation, the partnering of people and technology, and the design of adaptive human systems. As the founder of the NeuroTech Institute & FOCUS, she works worldwide with governments, industries and institutions to solve emerging, complex problems at the intersection of neuroscience, advanced technology and ethical practice.

In 2024, Fiona was elected a Fellow of ATSE (Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering) for her trailblazing research, which overturned the longstanding assumption that humans make the same level of complex and moral decisions when interacting with trusted autonomous systems as they do when another human is physically present. Her work carries profound implications for defence personnel, doctors, surgeons, analysts, CEOs and first responders navigating high-stakes environments with rapidly evolving technology.

With four decades of international experience and qualifications spanning complex systems engineering, cognitive neuroscience, psychology and anthropology, Fiona brings rare clarity to the complementary strengths of humans and machines. She helps organisations design human-centred futures that balance biological intelligence with artificial intelligence.

A highly sought-after advisor and communicator, Fiona serves on a range of international boards and expert groups, and delivers keynotes around the world on the science of human interaction, the power of proximity, and the responsible use of AI.