In his role as the Data Science Lead at Refik Anadol Studio (RAS), Christian Burke directs a team of experts versed in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. Christian guides his team in the curation of extensive datasets and the refinement of algorithms crucial for shaping RAS's innovative digital art. Christian's influence took center stage in 2018 when he compiled the then-largest known dataset. Over the course of his career, he has accumulated over three billion images from public sources, which are used for Refik's AI-generated masterpieces. RAS is internationally recognized in AI-generated art, acclaimed for its captivating public art installations showcased across the globe.
Beyond his professional role at RAS, Christian is also heavily involved in RAS’s philanthropic initiatives. Within his tenure at the studio, he helped amass over seven million dollars to support organizations including UNICEF, St. Jude's, and the Alzheimer's Foundation.
Christian's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. When not shaping innovative concepts, he finds solace in playing chess or poker, cherishes moments spent with friends, and explores Los Angeles through invigorating hikes. His favorite quote to live by is by Robert Kiyosaki, "Winners are not afraid of losing. But losers are. Failure is an option, fear is not."
