About Amir Rafiee

Independent Researcher in AI Ethics and Governance

amirrafiee

I am a data analyst based in Sydney, Australia and an independent researcher working in the field of artificial intelligence, with a particular focus on ethics and governance. My research explores the philosophical, legal, and policy challenges raised by emerging AI systems, especially in the context of autonomous technologies such as self-driving vehicles.

I completed his PhD in Philosophy, where his research examined the ethical foundations of decision-making in autonomous vehicles and the broader implications of machine autonomy for public policy and regulation. My work investigates how different moral frameworks, such as utilitarianism, deontological ethics, and Rawlsian justice, can inform the design and governance of AI systems operating in morally complex environments.

Research Interests

More broadly, my research interests include AI ethics, algorithmic governance, responsible AI design, and the role of ethical theory in shaping real-world technological systems. I am particularly interested in how philosophical analysis can contribute to the development of AI systems that are transparent, accountable, and aligned with societal values.

AI Ethics

Autonomous Vehicles

AI Governance

Responsible AI

Algorithmic Accountability

Published Research Papers

Ethics of Autonomous Vehicles: Australians’ Expectations and Moral Preferences

Government's Response to Ethical Dilemmas in Autonomous Vehicle Accidents: An Australian Policy Evaluation

Philosophical and legal approach to moral settings in autonomous vehicles: An evaluation

People’s Perception and Expectation of Moral Settings in Autonomous Vehicles: An Australian Case