Sargiotis Empathy in Algorithms

Shaping Ethical AI for a Just and Inclusive Society
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-3-032-32128-2
Verlag: Springer International Publishing
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 222 Seiten

Reihe: Social Sciences (R0)

This book bridges the gap between advanced technology and the core human values of fairness, equity, and justice. It delves deeply into the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and urban governance, presenting AI as a transformative tool for addressing some of the most pressing social challenges of our time. This work provides a comprehensive exploration of how AI can be leveraged to create more inclusive, equitable, and transparent urban systems while critically examining its potential risks. It seeks to redefine how AI is integrated into public policy, emphasizing ethical considerations, algorithmic transparency, and the minimization of bias. The author covers key subspecialties such as AI ethics, public policy integration, human-centric design, algorithmic fairness, and the role of AI in urban planning and public service optimization. With a focus on practical application, it provides mathematical models, frameworks, and case studies to guide policymakers, urban planners, and technologists in shaping an AI-driven future that is rooted in empathy and social responsibility.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sargiotis, Dimitrios

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Artificial Intelligence and Public Policy.- 2. Artificial Intelligence in Public Services: Optimizing Resources, Ensuring Fairness, Strengthening Democracy.- 3. Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, and Governance: Safeguarding Privacy, Equity, and Public Trust.- 4. Mitigating Data Breach Risks in AI Systems for Public Services: Best Practices and Strategies.- 5. AI Security in Public Services: Encryption, Privacy, and Resilient Governance.- 6. Artificial Intelligence and Social Inclusion: Designing Equitable Smart Infrastructures.- 7. AI and the Digital Divide: Building Equitable Smart Cities.- 8. AI and Equity by Design: Bias Mitigation, Fairness, and Human-Centered Frameworks.- 9. Ethical AI Frameworks for Social Impact: Multi-Stakeholder Governance, Trust, Fairness, and Accountability.

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Dimitrios Sargiotis is a Faculty Dr. and Deputy Director of the PC-Laboratories within the Digital Technology Laboratory for Technical Projects at the School of Civil Engineering, National Technical University of Athens. With more than three decades of academic and professional experience, he stands at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Data Governance, and Civil Engineering, pioneering the digital transformation of infrastructures, cities, and societies.

He has authored seventeen scholarly books, one hundred thirty-seven book chapters, and over fifty scientific publications, articles, research reports, and other scholarly contributions disseminated through Springer and other prestigious international outlets, establishing himself as one of the leading voices in AI for Smart Cities, Digital Twins, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Green and Sustainable Infrastructure, and Human-Centric AI. His frameworks emphasize ethics, explainability, and governance, aligning technological innovation with public value and societal well-being.

Dr. Sargiotis provides leadership in European Commission–funded research projects, serves as a reviewer and program committee member for international journals and conferences, and collaborates with esteemed organizations, including Springer, the Programming Research Group of Paris, and the Union of Computer Engineers and Communications of Greece.

Beyond academia, he is an advocate of life-long learning, physical well-being, and cultural engagement, embodying a vision where scientific rigor, ethical responsibility, and human creativity converge. His career demonstrates how Artificial Intelligence can act as a catalyst for sustainable development, social justice, and the flourishing of digitally governed societies worldwide.