Alison Lee
Chief R&D Officer
ATLIS Contributor

Alison Lee is the Chief R&D Officer of The Rithm Project, leading youth-centered research as well as emerging tech foresight to fuel a powerful generation equipped to rebuild and evolve human connection in the age of AI. A researcher, cognitive scientist, and product strategist, Alison’s spent her career studying and designing for youth belonging and safety. Her work spans from liberatory educational models, to researching trust & safety and responsible AI at Meta and Instagram, with a laser-focus on supporting youth thriving in a tech-powered world. Alison holds a Ph.D in Cognitive Science in Education and Masters in Learning Analytics (Machine Learning in Education) from Columbia University.