Femma

With over 20 years’ experience in Artificial Intelligence and computer science, I am the founder and CEO of Astronomical AI, a medtech company developing ethical AI tools for lung cancer diagnosis and treatment, as well as agentic AI tools for psychotherapy.

I also lead 5ivecubed, a consultancy focused on human-centred research and technology, AI governance, and trauma-sensitive research.

I am co-founder and Clinical Director of Patterns Institute, which brings psychological insight into research and design practice through trauma-sensitive research.

Alongside this work, I am a trainee psychotherapist specialising in Transactional Analysis, integrating my technical and clinical backgrounds to support safer, more inclusive and culturally attuned systems.

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Astronomical AI

About our work

Astronomical AI is my medtech company focused on transforming how lung cancer is diagnosed and treated.

We build AI tools that shorten delays in the clinical pathway, support oncologists by reducing workload and error rates, and help patients access faster, more accurate care.

Our approach is holistic, improving both diagnosis and radiotherapy planning so hospitals can move from long waits to near-instant decisions.

At its heart, the company is driven by a simple aim: to use technology responsibly and effectively to save time, reduce strain on clinicians, and improve outcomes for people living with cancer.

5ivecubed

About our work

5ivecubed is my research-led technology consultancy specialising in user research, trauma-sensitive research, ethical AI consultancy, and human-centred innovation.

We help organisations understand people and systems through rigorous qualitative and quantitative methods, delivering insights that strengthen inclusion, improve services, and support strategic decision making.

Alongside this, we provide AI education and training that demystify complex concepts and support responsible, values-led use of emerging technologies. Our work spans EDI research, organisational benchmarking, programme evaluation, and co-design, with a particular focus on underrepresented groups in STEM and public services.

Drawing on deep experience across government, health, and not-for-profit sectors, 5ivecubed creates practical, culturally competent solutions that drive meaningful change.

Patterns Institute

About our work

At Patterns Institute we train people without clinical training who work in 1:1 settings and may encounter trauma survivors. Our programmes cover core concepts in trauma, consent, regulation, and harm reduction. People we train leave more confident in responding to distress, while clear on the boundaries of their role. Our aim is to build practical skills for managing complex situations with care and clarity.

Therapy by Femma

About my work

I am a trainee psychotherapist at Metanoia Institute, where I am completing my MSc in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy. I offer individual, couples and group therapy, creating a thoughtful and culturally attuned space for people to explore what is happening in their lives with care and clarity.

My approach is relational, reflective and grounded in TA, with an emphasis on understanding patterns, supporting emotional process and helping clients move towards greater choice. Whether you are seeking support for a specific difficulty or looking to deepen your self understanding, I work collaboratively to find a pace and focus that feel right for you.

Publications

2026 – LungDetectNet: a multi-task deep learning framework with enhanced detection and descriptive capabilities, published on ScienceDirect.
Read the paper: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1746809425016696

Blog Posts

My blog posts

Parliamentary round table discussions about AI: https://astronomicalai.com/parliamentary-round-table…