Clinton Griffin

Dr. Clinton Griffin is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research (IAIER) at North Carolina Central University (NCCU). He holds a PhD in Computational Data Science and Engineering from North Carolina A&T State University, where his research focused on leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence to address critical issues related to student well-being and food insecurity at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Dr. Griffin’s expertise lies at the intersection of AI ethics, predictive analytics, and socially responsible computing. His work integrates natural language processing (NLP), geospatial analytics, and deep learning to develop data-driven models that inform policy and support institutional decision-making. He has led multiple interdisciplinary projects involving survey design, large-scale data processing, and advanced statistical modeling to uncover insights in public health and higher education.

At IAIER, Dr. Griffin conducts research on algorithmic fairness, responsible AI governance, and the development of transparent AI systems. He mentors undergraduate and graduate students, supports curriculum development in AI literacy, and contributes to national conversations on ethical AI through academic publications and public engagement.

Dr. Griffin is also a published co-author in mathematics education and has received recognition for teaching excellence, including Teacher of the Month during his tenure with Durham Public Schools. His ongoing work bridges computational research with applied impact, ensuring that AI technologies are developed with accountability and practical relevance across institutional and community contexts.