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Pioneering Research in AI, Security, and Global Norms
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I lead three multi-year research projects as Principal Investigator funded by, respectively, the European Research Council and the Independent Research Fund Denmark. Previous projects that I led have been funded by the Joseph Rowntree Charitable Trust and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science.
Please find basic information about my current projects as well as links to more detailed content below.
Human-Machine Interaction
HuMach: The Distributed Agency of Humans and Machines in Military AI
Project periode: 08/2024 – 07/2028
Funded by: The Independent Research Council Denmark
The HuMach project investigates how the integration of AI technologies in military contexts is transforming human decision-making and agency during warfare.
This research delves into the evolving dynamics between humans and machines, emphasizing how these interactions influence strategic choices and operational effectiveness. By examining the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, HuMach aims to develop new concepts for shared agency and responsible AI governance, addressing fundamental questions about human control and autonomy in modern combat scenarios.
AutoPractices
Governing AI Technologies in Weapon Systems from the Bottom Up
Project periode: 06/2024 – 12/2025
Funded by: The European Research Council
An ERC-funded proof of concept on sustaining and strengthening human agency in military decision-making processes involving AI technologies.
AutoNorms
Weaponised Artificial Intelligence, Norms, and Order
Project periode: 08/2020 – 07/2026
Funded by: The European Research Council
AutoNorms explores the impact of autonomous weapon systems on international norms and legal frameworks governing the use of force.
This project examines how the deployment of AI-driven autonomous weapons is reshaping established practices and ethical considerations in warfare. Through comprehensive analysis, AutoNorms seeks to understand the broader implications of these technologies for global security and the evolving standards for military engagement. The goal is to identify and address shifts in international norms and ensure that the development and use of autonomous systems adhere to ethical and legal standards.
