April 16, 2026
Key Points
- Dr. Robert Slone has been named an affiliated faculty member of Notre Dame’s Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society.
- The affiliation supports collaborative research focused on responsible use of artificial intelligence.
- The role helps strengthen ties between academic research and industry practice.
The University of Notre Dame’s Lucy Family Institute for Data & Society has named Dr. Robert Slone, senior vice president and chief scientist and innovation officer at UL Solutions, as an affiliated faculty member. The institute brings together researchers to better understand how data, artificial intelligence (AI) and computing affect society, with a strong focus on interdisciplinary work and real‑world impact.
As an affiliated faculty member, Slone adds an industry perspective to the institute’s work, helping connect academic research with practical considerations, especially when it comes to AI safety, ethics and transparency. His involvement supports the institute’s goal of advancing AI work that is grounded in strong science and designed to be useful beyond the classroom or laboratory.
Slone brings nearly 30 years of experience in applied science and innovation. At UL Solutions, he helps guide scientific strategy across safety, security and sustainability and has led cross‑disciplinary teams, research initiatives and standards development efforts around the world.
Through this affiliation, Slone will share real‑world industry insight with university researchers, helping strengthen collaboration across disciplines and better link academic work with broader societal needs. His involvement also supports Notre Dame’s Data, AI and Computing Initiative, which focuses on advancing purposeful, human‑centered AI and computing solutions.
More information is available in the Lucy Family Institute’s press release on Slone’s new role.
Background information about UL Solutions’ AI-related services can be found at the service page for AI-enabled products.