Ethical Reasoning

Ethical reasoning in artificial intelligence (AI) focuses on developing systems capable of making morally sound decisions, aligning AI behavior with human values, and ensuring transparency and accountability. Current research emphasizes integrating diverse ethical frameworks (deontology, consequentialism, virtue ethics) into large language models (LLMs) and other AI architectures, often using neuro-symbolic methods to improve explanation and consistency across different languages and cultural contexts. This field is crucial for mitigating potential harms from AI systems and establishing responsible AI development practices, impacting fields ranging from healthcare and law enforcement to autonomous vehicles.