Research Groups
The IFK focuses on Three themes, each championed by a research group, which drives innovative research and organises relevant events.
Decentralised Artificial Intelligence and Control Systems
Decentralised Artificial Intelligence and Control Systems
Professor Arthur Mutambara
Centralised AI and Control Systems have inherent weaknesses. The Decentralised Artificial Intelligence and Control Systems Research Group is dedicated to exploring and developing fully decentralised AI and Control Systems in a transdisciplinary manner. The Group also works on integrating AI into traditional Control Systems approaches and developing new teaching materials for Control Systems classes, emphasising the multi- and transdisciplinary nature of engineering practice and the need for just-in-time pedagogy, blended learning, structured thinking, problem-solving skills, learning how to learn, and mastering how to think. Further research is carried out into reimagining the field of Control Systems and its role in the 4IR.
Future of Diplomacy
Dr Oluwaseun Tella
The Future of Diplomacy Research Group seeks to promote the understanding of diplomacy, negotiation and statecraft in contemporary international politics. The Group aims to support research in modern diplomatic practice by redefining diplomacy in contemporary and futuristic contexts in an increasingly complex and globalised world. FoD contributes to the United Nations (UN’s) Goal 16: Promote just, peaceful and inclusive societies.
Artificial Intelligence, Global South, and SDGs
Professor Arthur Mutambara
