The CITRIS Policy Lab supports interdisciplinary technology policy research and engagement to better ensure development and deployment of technology in the interest of society.
AI LEGISLATION DATABASE
California and Federal AI Legislation
The CITRIS Policy Lab maintains a downloadable database of federal and California AI-related legislation.
TECHHIVE AI
AI Ethics & Cybersecurity
An innovative learning program to teach high school students about cybersecurity & ethics of AI
RESEARCH
Areas of research include:
COMPUTATIONAL PROPAGANDA
Identifying and mitigating risks of automated propaganda and digital harassment campaigns on social media.
Inclusive AI
Supporting development and deployment of AI-enabled technologies that are fair, accountable, and trustworthy.
Digital Inclusion
Developing strategies for equitable deployment and adoption of broadband and ICTs.
DEMOCRATIC INNOVATIONS
Designing and piloting interactive digital tools to foster greater inclusion in democratic processes.
DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
Applying novel technologies to better inform disaster risk reduction strategies and policies in California and abroad.
DIGITAL ID SYSTEMS
Supporting the development of human rights-driven models for digital identity systems.
HEALTH
Improving health outcomes and access to cost-effective care through the development and integration of innovative technologies.
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Supporting data-driven policy strategies for environmental sustainability.
CITRIS CORE SEED FUNDING
The 2020 CITRIS Seed Funding opportunity invites Principal Investigators at UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC Davis Health, UC Merced, and UC Santa Cruz to apply for seed funding that advances CITRIS and the Banatao Institute research initiatives, strengthens UC campus connections, and drives novel technology applications.
$40,000 to $60,000 per project
GUIDING STATE GOVERNMENT USE OF AI
On July 1, 2020, the CITRIS Policy Lab, together with the AI Security Initiative, launched a year-long collaboration with the California Department of Technology to conduct an analysis of AI-enabled tools in select state departments and develop statewide policy recommendations to inform the procurement, development, implementation, and monitoring of such tools in the public sector.
PARTNERS
The CITRIS Policy Lab is proud to have a wide range of sponsors and partners to support our research and public engagement.
Contact us to learn how your organization can become a partner.
