Simon's research spans the field of conflict studies as well as data science and machine learning. He works on Gaussian Processes and conflict forecasting with focus on cutting-edge deep learning architectures, along with generative and probabilistic models.
Simon Polichinel von der Maase
Senior Researcher
Email: simmaa@prio.org
Interests and experience
Projects
Jan 2025 – Dec 2027
Conflict-related attacks on education in sub-Saharan Africa and children's lost life opportunities (EdAttack)
Conflict-related attacks on education in sub-Saharan Africa and children's lost life opportunities (EdAttack)
Dec 2022 –
ANTICIPATE: Anticipating the Impact of Armed Conflict on Human Development
ANTICIPATE: Anticipating the Impact of Armed Conflict on Human Development
Oct 2019 –
VIEWS: Violence & Impacts Early-Warning System
VIEWS: Violence & Impacts Early-Warning System
Oct 2023 – Oct 2023
PRIO’s AI Days 2023
PRIO’s AI Days 2023
Latest news
Tuesday, 5 May 2026
The Crown Prince of Norway visits the Peace Research Institute Oslo
The Crown Prince of Norway visits the Peace Research Institute Oslo
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Haakon of Norway visited PRIO today for a series of briefings on pressing global challenges, including developments in the Middle East, emerging technologies, migration and the human consequences of war.
Thursday, 3 Apr 2025
Global Gatherings on AI Weapons and Satellite Imagery: PRIO at UN Forums
Global Gatherings on AI Weapons and Satellite Imagery: PRIO at UN Forums
PRIO’s engagement with issues around the use of AI was in full display last week, when PRIO researchers joined key UN discussions in Geneva on AI-enabled weapons and satellite technology, contributing expertise on security, ethics and strategic policy.
Thursday, 20 Jun 2024
Funding in Place for Project on Possible War Crimes in Ukraine
Funding in Place for Project on Possible War Crimes in Ukraine
PRIO has received the news that the three-year project Recording Explosive Munitions for the analysis of WAR crimes (REMWAR) will be funded by the Research Council of Norway.
Thursday, 8 Jun 2023
Vacancy: Lead Machine Learning Engineer
Vacancy: Lead Machine Learning Engineer
PRIO seeks to strengthen its data science competence by inviting applications for a three-year, full-time position as a Lead Machine Learning Engineer.