Guglielmo Tamburrini

Guglielmo Tamburrini serves as Professor of Philosophy of Science and Technology in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology at the University of Naples Federico II, Italy. His academic position uniquely bridges engineering disciplines with philosophical inquiry into emerging technologies.

His research centers on ethical frameworks for human-technology interaction, specifically addressing moral responsibility in robotic systems, accountability mechanisms for AI decision-making, and societal implications of autonomous technologies. Tamburrini pioneered European ethics research in robotics through the CA ETHICBOTS project (2005-2008), establishing foundational guidelines that continue to influence current AI governance initiatives.

His scholarly recognition includes the Giulio Preti International Prize awarded in 2014 by the Regional Parliament of Tuscany, specifically honoring his contributions to understanding ethical implications of ICT and robotic technologies through both research and pedagogy.

Tamburrini secured significant research funding as coordinator of the CA ETHICBOTS project under the European Union's Sixth Framework Programme, demonstrating his capacity to lead multinational interdisciplinary research teams. His ongoing professional activities include active membership in the International Committee for Robot Arms Control (ICRAC), where he contributes to global policy discussions on autonomous weapons systems.

Through ICRAC engagement, Tamburrini participates in international advocacy efforts focused on regulating military robotics and establishing ethical standards for lethal autonomous weapons systems, extending his research impact into concrete policy domains.