After a great start to the series with Ali Nikrang, we are back with the second episode of AI & Creativity Series. In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Caterina Moruzzi, a researcher in the intersection of AI, creativity, and philosophy.
Meet Caterina Moruzzi
Caterina Moruzzi is a Chancellor’s Fellow in Design Informatics at the University of Edinburgh and a BRAID Research Fellow. She is also the Research Lead of this project, making invaluable contributions to our understanding of human and artificial creativity. Her research spans multiple fields, including the philosophy of art, the philosophy of artificial intelligence, and the impact of emerging technologies on creative workflows.
As a Co-Investigator in the UKRI-funded CoSTAR (Realtime Lab) and DECaDE projects, Caterina investigates the disruptive effects that AI and other emerging innovations have on creative processes. Additionally, she leads the research cluster Creativity, AI, and the Human at the Edinburgh Futures Institute, furthering discussions on the evolving role of creativity in the digital age.
Exploring AI’s Impact on Creativity
In our conversation, Caterina and I focused on some of the most relevant questions surrounding AI and creativity. We discussed the philosophical dimensions of artificial creativity, including how AI is reshaping the traditional boundaries of artistic and creative practices.
One of the key points Caterina emphasized is how AI is not merely a tool but a force that is actively reshaping creative workflows. From music and design to writing and filmmaking, emerging AI tools are influencing both professional artists and casual creators alike. However, this transformation brings challenges, particularly in terms of authenticity, authorship, and the evolving role of human intuition in the creative process.
Watch the Full Interview
If you’re interested in AI’s influence on creativity, this conversation with Caterina Moruzzi is a must-watch. Her insights bring depth to the ongoing debate about the role of AI in creative fields, offering a philosophical perspective on how technology is challenging and redefining artistic expression.
A Collaboration on AI and Creativity
Beyond our interview, Caterina and I are also currently collaborating on a forthcoming book that directly addresses these topics. Titled “Artificial Intelligence in Creative Industries: Psychological and Social Implications for Creators and the Public”, this edited volume is set to be published by Routledge in December 2025. The book will bring together diverse perspectives from academics, artists, and industry professionals to examine how AI is reshaping creativity on a global scale.
Lastly, Caterina was also a collaborator on my previous book “Artificial Intelligence, Co-Creation and Creativity The New Frontier for Innovation“, where she contributed with a chapter titled “AI And Art: Non-Human, Still Human, Or All Too Human?”, written together with Oreste Campagner.