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AI in Military Enabling Applications
(2019)CSS Analyses in Security PolicyThe public debate over military use of artificial intelligence (AI) mainly revolves around autonomous weapons systems. Looking beyond the specific ethical and political considerations associated with that issue, there are important questions relating to the organizational, technical, and functional integration of AI-enabled systems that determine the balance between potential benefits and risks.Other Publication -
Russia and China: The Potential of Their Partnership
(2019)CSS Analyses in Security PolicyRussia and China are celebrating their “strategic partnership”, and have been vastly expanding their cooperation since 2014. Their close alliance is based on economic and geopolitical considerations. While it is mutually beneficial, it also has its limitations. However, in the midterm, both China and Russia appear to be willing to overlook potential fields of tension, for instance in Central Asia.Other Publication -
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A Realistic Roadmap to Formation Flying Space Interferometry
(2019)Bulletin of the American Astronomical SocietyThe ultimate astronomical observatory would be a formation flying space interferometer, combining sensitivity and stability with high angular resolution. The smallSat revolution offers a new and maturing prototyping platform for space interferometry and we put forward a realistic plan for achieving first stellar fringes in space by 2030.Other Publication -
Globalization-induced Tax Changes
(2019)Austaxpolicy: The Tax and Transfer Policy BlogOther Publication -
Insects on our plates
(2019)ETH PodcastGrasshoppers, crickets and mealworms - our new food? Insects on our plates Grasshoppers, crickets and mealworms - our new food? What do grasshoppers, crickets and mealworms taste like? While some people can’t overcome their disgust, others enjoy eating these crawly creatures fried or as a chunky burger. In the ETH Podcast, we talk to ETH experts Christina Hartman, department of Environmental Systems Science and professor Alexander Mathys, ...Other Publication