EPSRC Deputy Director, AI and Data
Dr James Dracott is the Deputy Director for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data in the Strategy Directorate at the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
Working primarily across cross-council interfaces, James has oversight of EPSRC’s AI and data priorities. He works closely with colleagues across UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and the external academic, business and policy communities to embed AI across UKRI strategy and the broader research and innovation community.
As an EPSRC senior leader, he has relationship management responsibilities with key strategic partnerships.
Previously James led the AI and robotics theme and the information and communication technology themes at EPSRC. He has previously worked in the formation of the UKRI Future Leaders Fellowships and in roles across EPSRC and the Arts and Humanities Research Council.
Last updated: 11 April 2025