Language Is Power: Bridging Disciplines for Public Opinion Research in Turbulent Times

At the 2025 SAPOR Annual Conference, Arundati Dandapani emphasized the critical role of language in public opinion research amid technological advancements. Drawing from Generation1.ca’s Global Industry Skills Study, she highlighted the need for ethical AI practices, immigrant inclusion, and the blending of disciplines to foster democracy and innovation in research.

Planning for AGI Futures from Classrooms to Boardrooms

In a talk titled “Brains Over Bots,” insights from Generation1.ca’s Global Industry Skills Study revealed that critical thinking tops the list of essential skills valued by employers. The discussion focused on navigating AI advancements and preparing for a potential AGI future by enhancing human skills, avoiding AI humanization, and promoting continuous learning.

Empathy, Immigrant Journeys and Synthetic Data at ESOMAR Congress

Founder and CEO Arundati Dandapani unpacks the immigrant journey at ESOMAR Congress, emphasizing the role of empathy, synthetic data, and inclusive insights in connecting with diverse communities. Discover how brands can better understand the stages of being, becoming, and belonging to drive meaningful impact.

Beyond Reality or Promise: The Pitfalls and Potential of Synthetic Data

The debate at Stevens Institute of Technology for Insights Association’s AI Ignite Conference, featuring Arundati Dandapani, Dwayne Allen, Jess Hall, and John Bremer, examined whether synthetic data could replace human insights. Dandapani argued that synthetic data, while scalable, lacks the depth of human-generated insights essential for understanding multicultural communities like immigrants. Read more.