About Paul Colognese
![Paul Colognese is an independent researcher specializing in AI Alignment, leveraging a robust background in mathematics. His primary focus involves developing a theory of agents and their goals, with the goal of informing the creation of tools and methods for detecting and controlling these objectives. Colognese's research addresses critical issues such as deceptive alignment in AI systems. Additionally, he explores topics including AI interpretability, meditation, compassionate agents, and the technological singularity. Outside of research, Colognese enjoys learning, exploring nature, dancing, and indulging in contemporary art. He holds a PhD in mathematics from the University of Warwick, UK.](https://i1.himalayas.life/c/u/f67894297b6134a6b759b3a9ec15b6cb/2024/04/01034712/good-pic-1-edited-226x300.jpg)
Paul Colognese is an independent researcher specializing in AI Alignment, leveraging a robust background in mathematics. His primary focus involves developing a theory of agents and their goals, with the goal of informing the creation of tools and methods for detecting and controlling these objectives. Colognese's research addresses critical issues such as deceptive alignment in AI systems. Additionally, he explores topics including AI interpretability, meditation, compassionate agents, and the technological singularity. Outside of research, Colognese enjoys learning, exploring nature, dancing, and indulging in contemporary art. He holds a PhD in mathematics from the University of Warwick, UK.