Human-Centric Artificial Intelligence by Sanjay Misra

Human-Centric Artificial Intelligence by Sanjay Misra

In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping every facet of our society, this book focuses on how to design AI systems that prioritize human values and needs. It provides a deep dive into the principles of human-centric AI, exploring how technology can be designed around human values and needs to advance our prosperity and quality of life. This book emphasizes crucial aspects such as accountability, safety, security, and transparency, demonstrating their role in developing ethical and effective AI solutions. It also addresses the dynamics between human-AI collaboration and intelligence augmentation, highlighting the significance of human-in-the-loop approaches to ensure AI systems are both explainable and interpretable.

Readers will gain insights into responsible AI practices, including addressing safety, security, and privacy issues, emphasizing user-centred design, which is vital for creating trustworthy AI that meets human needs and societal values across real-world and safety-critical contexts. With a blend of empirical case studies and theoretical analysis, this book showcases the potential of humancentric AI and guides integrating technology with human values.

Key Features:

• Explores the crucial and contemporary subject of human-centric AI, focusing on how AI can be designed and implemented to prioritize human values and enhance user experience in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape.
• Covers the application of human-centric AI in various essential sectors, including healthcare, energy, transportation, and Industry 4.0. It provides practical insights into how AI can be harmonized with human needs to improve outcomes in these critical areas.
• Serves as a foundational text for both industry practitioners and academics. It combines theoretical frameworks with practical applications, offering a robust understanding of human-centric design principles and their real-world implementation.
• With its focus on integrating human values into AI systems, this book has the potential to become a highly influential and widely recognized resource in the field of AI.
• Addresses pressing issues such as ethical considerations, privacy, and the impact of AI on various domains, this book is well-positioned to be highly cited. It tackles real-world problems including data protection, user trust, and societal impacts, making it a valuable reference for future research and discussions in the AI community.

Dr. Sanjay Misra is a Senior Scientist at the Institute for Energy Technology (IFE), Norway, and a globally recognized expert in Digital Sovereignty, Applied Informatics, and human-centric AI. A Senior Member of IEEE, he has received prestigious awards, including the IET Software Premium Award. He has edited over 100 books and delivered 100+ keynotes worldwide, serving as Editor-in-Chief of several leading journals.

Dr. Shruti Traymbak is a Professor at GL Bajaj Institute of Management and Technology, India, specializing in Human Resource (HR) Management, HR Analytics, and Business Analytics. With a PhD from Birla Institute of Technology (BIT) Mesra, Ranchi. She has published extensively in Australian Business Deans Council (ABDC) and Scopus-indexed journals. Her work bridges human behavior, analytics, and organizational intelligence in data-driven environments.

Dr. Sabarathinam Chockalingam is a Senior Researcher in Cyber Security at IFE, Norway. He has extensive experience leading and contributing to national and international research projects and OECD Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA) initiatives. His work focuses on cyber security, risk management, safety, and human-centric AI for protection of critical infrastructures. He provides leadership through editorial service to reputable journals.

Dr. Morgan Kjølerbakken is a Physicist and Computer Scientist, and Head of Department at IFE, Norway, specializing in Data Science and AI. He is also an Associate Professor at the University of Oslo and a serial entrepreneur involved in successful startups. His interdisciplinary research spans AI, signal processing, and sensor technologies, driving innovation across academia and industry.

Dr. Per Øivind Braarud is a Principal Scientist and Head of Department at IFE, Norway, with a PhD in Cognitive Psychology from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). He is an expert in human factors, cognitive workload, and team performance in safety-critical systems. His work also focuses on human-AI/human-technology interaction in high-risk industries.