Two leaders from the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) have achieved a significant academic milestone.
They have published their AI research in ‘The Round Table: The Commonwealth Journal of International Affairs’, one of the world’s most prestigious journals.
Dr Genève Phillip-Durham, dean of humanities and social sciences, and Tamsin Deasey-Weinstein, corporate management team member, co-authored the ground-breaking study.
It is titled, ‘Harnessing artificial intelligence for educational reform and workforce development: The case of the Cayman Islands’.
The research provides a roadmap for how Cayman can leverage AI to overcome traditional challenges of scale and geography while maintaining a competitive edge in the global economy.
It positions the Cayman Islands at the forefront of global discussions on AI implementation in education and economic development strategies for small island territories.
Deasey-Weinstein, an MIT-certified executive in AI and machine learning, brings extensive practical experience to the research.
“This publication reflects our commitment to developing practical, inclusive upskilling frameworks that align education, industry, and government to drive sustainable economic growth,” she said.
“This isn’t just an academic paper that will sit on a shelf. This is a practical roadmap for the Cayman Islands.”
The journal, established in 1910, is internationally recognised for its influential analysis of political, economic and social developments across the Commonwealth and beyond.
its rigorous peer-review process and distinguished editorial board make publication a significant achievement in academic circles.
Phillip-Durham, who is an expert in governance, institutional capacity-building and policy development, added that to contribute to the journal is both humbling and fulfilling.
“This article represents not just a scholarly milestone, but a personal commitment to ensuring that Caribbean small island territories have a voice in shaping global conversations on AI, education reform, and workforce development,” she said.
