Hello, I'm

Adhila Akbar

Research engineer in Los Angeles, CA. I use technology and creativity to work on the world's biggest problems.

About

I love learning about how the universe works, from astrophysics to philosophy and everything in between. I'm passionate about solving problems that seem unsolvable. I want to build technology that benefits everyone. Outside of work, I have many creative pursuits, including writing and photography.

Top interests

AI policy
Astrophysics and philosophy
AI agents

Work

2026 — Present

Research Engineer

PHD Ventures · Peter H. Diamandis

Building the Abundance Index, which tracks humanity's progress and shows where the gaps remain, to inspire people to close them.
2025 — Present

Project Coordinator

NAID Center · UCLA

Working on the economic and educational sides of the AI transition. I lead research on AI transition financing: how institutions fund retraining and cushion communities exposed to AI-driven displacement.

Other work includes AI integration in UCLA courses, government advisory support, conference planning, and research on AI representation and access for minority communities.
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