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Hessian professor receives a place in the Young Academy for AI Research
Prof. Dr. Hannah Ruschemeier was accepted into the Young Academy, strengthens the FernUni Hagen with her AI research and calls for interdisciplinary exchange.
Hessian professor receives a place in the Young Academy for AI Research
On June 10, 2025, Prof. Dr. Hannah Ruschemeier, a prominent scientist in the field of data protection law and digitalization, was admitted to the Young Academy. The celebrations took place in Berlin, where she was recognized as the only lawyer among the ten new members. Ruschemeier is a professor at the FernUniversität in Hagen and has joined the “Artificial Intelligence” working group, in which she acts as co-spokesperson. FernUniversität Hagen highlights that her new role will increase the university's visibility as a leading location for digitalization research.
With a clear focus on interdisciplinary exchange, Ruschemeier emphasizes the urgency of creating normative framework conditions for the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI). Her research examines current developments in European data protection and technology law, particularly in the context of AI. In this context, it calls for a critical examination of the consequences of technical innovations, which must be anchored in democratic processes.
Research on artificial intelligence
The “Artificial Intelligence” working group within the Young Academy, of which Ruschemeier is a member, highlights specific applications of AI in various areas such as medicine, industry and urban planning. The group promotes interdisciplinary conversations about the possibilities and limitations of AI use, particularly with regard to technological and legal challenges. Questions about data quality and the requirements for responsible AI use are also addressed, reflecting the perspective of The Young Academy reflects.
The rapid development of AI technologies is already impacting numerous sectors. How Silicon.de reports, companies are increasingly using AI to optimize processes and decisions in real time. According to a Deloitte study, 79% of companies are using AI in multiple areas, marking an increase of 62%. Nevertheless, proving the economic benefits remains a challenge.
The topic of regulating AI is of central importance given the rapidly increasing variety of applications. Ruschemeier's research pursues perspectives for more responsible AI use, including the ethical and legal issues arising from the use of AI in sensitive areas. The influence of AI on the legal system, particularly through technologies such as legal tech, is discussed, as is the impact on the healthcare system.
Future outlook and personal perspectives
In the fall, Ruschemeier will accept a position at the University of Osnabrück, which represents a further step in her academic career. She highlights the support she received at FernUniversität to achieve her research goals. In addition, she advocates for more resilience and stable framework conditions for science in Germany and encourages her colleagues to remain curious and to explore new paths in scientific development.
Acceptance into the Young Academy not only shows personal recognition of Ruschemeier's achievements, but also underlines the innovative role of the FernUniversität in the digitized research landscape. With her research, she makes an important contribution to the necessary regulatory approaches for the future application of artificial intelligence.