Research
The Seattle Digital Commons conducts and supports research on the application of AI for civic needs. Our research focuses on developing ethical, equitable, and effective AI solutions for urban challenges, with a particular emphasis on community participation and public benefit.
Publications
AI for Urban Mobility: Reducing Traffic Congestion in Seattle
Zhang, J., Williams, S., & Patel, R. (2024)
READ PAPERCommunity-Led Data Governance Models for Smart Cities
Johnson, L., Garcia, M., & Chen, T. (2023)
READ PAPERParticipatory Design of AI Systems for Public Services
Nguyen, H., Smith, K., & Anderson, P. (2023)
READ PAPEREthical Frameworks for Civic AI: A Seattle Case Study
Robinson, A., Lee, J., & Washington, D. (2023)
READ PAPERResearch Partnerships
We collaborate with academic institutions, community organizations, and city departments to conduct research that addresses real-world civic challenges. If you're interested in partnering with us, please contact our research team.