Aikaterina Manoli

Aikaterina Manoli is a researcher active in the field of artificial intelligence, currently affiliated with the Sentience Institute in the United States and the Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences in Germany. Her research primarily focuses on the impact of AI autonomy and sentience on human cognition and societal responses. In recent years, she has participated in multiple research projects on artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction, and has presented papers at prestigious international conferences such as CHI 2026. Her work highlights the role of sentience in shaping public moral concerns and AI welfare, while also exploring the potential of digital companions in future societies.

• 2020–Present·Sentience Institute·Researcher
  • Conducting research on the societal responses to AI autonomy and sentience.
• 2020–Present·Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences·Researcher
  • Focusing on AI research within the domain of human cognition and brain sciences.

• Dates Unknown·Unknown Institution·Unspecified Degree
  • Major or research area related to artificial intelligence.