My first job after finishing my undergrad in the mid 90's was Research Coordinator for Metroline Research. I helped manage the Vancouver focus group facility (which I see no longer exists). It was a fancy space, with one way mirrors, fully equipped hidden cameras and microphones to record the groups and a tricked out viewing room for the clients where the mini-bar was always fully stocked. Fast forward two decades and I'm about to conduct my first online focus group. I'm usin

My research focus is on AI researchers and how they are navigating ethical considerations in their work. I’m exploring issues around data, data storage, privacy – all of which is also relevant for my own research. I originally planned to conduct one-on-one in person interviews which are the gold standard for qualitative research. When COVID-19 physical distancing requirements made this impossible, I had to revise my approach and move everything online. The big question I’m wr