Researcher

Alex Mallen

Member of Technical Staff at Redwood Research

Alex Mallen studies how to keep advanced AI systems under control when they may exploit loopholes or conceal unwanted goals. At Redwood Research, he develops tests for models attempting to bypass safeguards and researches safer ways to handle reward-seeking behavior.

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Background

Current role

Member of Technical Staff Oct 2024-present

Redwood Research

Previously

Jul 2023-Oct 2024Researcher,

Education

University of Washington

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Work and education history is primarily focused on AI-relevant roles and may not be comprehensive.

Last editorial review: September 12, 2026

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The AI-safety researcher studies how advanced models might exploit loopholes or bypass safeguards.

September 12, 2026

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