This seminar will explore the realm of European emerging technologies governance, with a specific emphasis on the European Union. Furthermore, the session will consider the EU's policies regarding civilian and military AI through precise case studies. As preparation for the discussion with Mahmoud Javadi, participants in the seminar will read two articles available upon registration.
About the Speaker/Presenter:
Mahmoud Javadi holds the position of AI Governance Researcher at Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR), The Netherlands, where he contributes to an EU-funded research project focused on reigniting multilateralism via emerging technologies. Prior to his current role, Mahmoud was affiliated with the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, where he conducted research on EU external relations.
He also represents EUR at the EU Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Consortium. Educational credentials encompass a Doctorate in European external politics and a Master of Arts in transnational security governance from the European University Institute (EUI) in Florence, Italy. His upcoming book on the defense artificial Intelligence (AI) ecosystem in Europe is scheduled for release by Springer in August 2024.
Limited seating is available.
Open to Faculty and Graduate Students
Last day to register: Jan 23, 2024
For more information, please contact us at europeanstudies@pitt.edu.