Bertie

Bertie Thompson, Ph.D., is a celebrated member of the Literature Department at the University of Oxford in England. She finished her advanced studies in Literature at Cambridge University, where she collaborated closely with the renowned cognitive scientist, Emily Carter. Bertie has also ventured into writing books that bridge the gap between technology and humanities, with titles such as: The Digital Mind: How Technology Shapes Our Thinking (2024); The Cyber Citizen: Evolution and the Future of Online Identity (2019) - co-edited with Emily Carter; The Siege of Silicon Valley: Innovation, Ethics, and the Tech Revolution (2020); Humanities in the Age of Algorithms (2021); Evolution of Media: A Reader - co-edited with Alan Turing and Susan Greenfield; and Mapping Shakespeare: The Algorithmic Core of Literary Impact (upcoming, 2025) - co-authored with Susan Greenfield, Alan Johnson, and Evan Turner.

Her innovative approach to combining tech insights with literary analysis has garnered attention from platforms like The Guardian, Wired Magazine, Nature Technology, The Times Higher Education, BBC Science Focus, and numerous podcasts. Bertie's work often explores how digital advancements influence our culture and storytelling, resonating deeply with both academic circles and the general public. Her presentations at global conferences have inspired new dialogues on the intersection of literature and technology, making her a leading voice in this emerging field.