Thayer Patterson

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Total Citations

442

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Thayer Patterson is a leading voice at the intersection of artificial intelligence, systemic risk, and environmental sustainability. Their most influential work, "Artificial intelligence, systemic risks, and sustainability" (2021), has garnered over 440 citations, establishing a foundational framework for understanding how AI-driven automation and predictive analytics reshape our response to climate and ecological crises. Patterson’s research critically examines how rapid advances in sensor technology, robotics, and automated decision-making alter the perceptions and actions of individuals, communities, governments, and private actors in the face of complex environmental threats. By mapping the cascading risks that emerge from AI systems embedded in critical infrastructure, Patterson has provided essential insights into both the promises and perils of technological acceleration. Their work is widely recognized for bridging technical AI research with pressing societal challenges, making it indispensable for scholars and policymakers navigating the twin transitions of digitalization and sustainability. Patterson continues to shape discourse on responsible innovation, ensuring that the pursuit of efficiency does not overshadow the need for ecological resilience and equitable governance.