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Elena Ziliotti is an Assistant Professor of Ethics and Political Philosophy at Delft University of Technology, working within the Ethics & Philosophy of Technology department under the School of Technology, Policy and Management. Her research bridges Eastern and Western philosophical traditions to address contemporary political challenges.
Her educational background includes:
- PhD in Philosophy from King's College London and National University of Singapore Joint PhD program (2018)
- International Postdoctoral Fellowship at Wuhan University's School of Philosophy
Ziliotti's research focuses on comparative political theory, particularly examining Confucian and Western political thought. She investigates how non-Western political theories can contribute to contemporary democratic theory, with special attention to meritocracy, social cooperation, and constitutional design. Her work demonstrates how Confucian political philosophy offers valuable insights for addressing modern governance challenges in East Asia and beyond.
Analysis of her recent publications reveals a consistent focus on cross-cultural political theory, with particular emphasis on meritocracy's relationship to democracy and social cooperation. Her research demonstrates growing influence in bridging Eastern and Western political thought traditions.
Her notable recognition includes:
- China International Postdoctoral Exchange Fellowship (2019)
Ziliotti serves as Principal Investigator on the ESDIT (Ethics of Socially Disruptive Technologies) project, a major research initiative running from 2020-2029 that examines the ethical dimensions of emerging technologies. Her work has generated significant academic interest, with multiple publications receiving notable citation counts and downloads. She has also engaged extensively with public audiences through media contributions discussing Confucianism, meritocracy, and political theory.
Her research activities span multiple international collaborations, particularly with Chinese academic institutions, reflecting her commitment to genuine cross-cultural political dialogue.
