2025
Ethical, Legal, and Technical Considerations for the Development of Digital Twins in Healthcare
2025 IEEE 9th Forum on Research and Technologies for Society and Industry (RTSI) , pp. 308-313
conference
Advancing knowledge at the intersection of artificial intelligence, peacebuilding, and democratic innovation
At TechEthics, our research programme sits at the frontier of AI ethics, conflict resolution, and democratic innovation. We believe that technology, when developed responsibly, can be a powerful force for positive social change—helping communities heal divisions, strengthening democratic institutions, and building resilience against emerging threats like misinformation.
Our interdisciplinary team combines expertise in computer science, peace studies, political science, and ethics to tackle some of the most pressing challenges facing societies today. From developing AI systems that facilitate dialogue across divides to creating early warning tools for conflict prevention, our work is guided by a commitment to human-centred design and ethical rigour.
Our interdisciplinary research programme explores how emerging technologies can be harnessed to build peace, strengthen democracy, and promote ethical AI development.
We explore how large language models can facilitate democratic engagement and reduce polarisation in divided societies. Our research focuses on developing AI systems that promote ethical dialogue, bridge ideological divides, and support constructive deliberation in post-conflict contexts.
We develop sophisticated simulation environments that model complex social and political systems. These digital twins enable policymakers to test interventions, forecast societal outcomes, and make evidence-based decisions that promote equity and inclusion.
Our research develops AI-powered tools to identify and counter coordinated disinformation campaigns. We focus on protecting election integrity, building community resilience, and understanding the dynamics of information warfare in the digital age.
We create immersive, gamified learning experiences that teach empathy, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills. Our educational games bridge divides through interactive storytelling and collaborative problem-solving.
We pioneer data-driven approaches to conflict prevention, developing early warning systems that identify emerging tensions before they escalate. Our models integrate diverse data sources to enable timely, targeted interventions in fragile regions.
Our PeaceTech research advances technology-enabled peacebuilding through innovative tools that support dialogue, reconciliation, and sustainable peace. We work with communities to co-design solutions that address local needs and build lasting social cohesion.
Our research is published in leading academic journals, conference proceedings, and policy reports. Browse our latest publications below.
2025 IEEE 9th Forum on Research and Technologies for Society and Industry (RTSI) , pp. 308-313
We welcome collaborations with academic institutions, NGOs, and policymakers who share our commitment to ethical technology and peacebuilding.