Other publications
In this section, you can find other scientific publications by RESPOND partners on topics related to the project, though not produced within the framework of RESPOND.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) (and anti-corruption)
Article in Elgar Encyclopedia of Corruption and Society (pp. 17-22). Edward Elgar Publishing. Description: Corruption is a complex and multifaceted problem, as is digital transformation. Big data paired with powerful, increasingly intelligent algorithms can be (ab)used to influence opinions. This entry examines the challenges and the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) as an anti-corruption tool. We show…
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The Distribution of Executive Power and Corruption: A Meta-Analytical Review
Article in Comparative Political Studies,Sage Journals Description: While much research has been devoted to the institutional determinants of corruption in democracies, debates continue regarding the merits of distributing executive power horizontally (presidentialism vs. parliamentarism) and vertically (federalism vs. unitarism). Taking advantage of the rich empirical literature on the subject, we investigate the effects of institutional features…
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Unfairness in AI Anti-Corruption Tools: Main Drivers and Consequences
Article in Minds and Machines, Springer Link Description: This article discusses the potential sources and consequences of unfairness in artificial intelligence (AI) predictive tools used for anti-corruption efforts. Using the examples of three AI-based anti-corruption tools from Brazil—risk estimation of corrupt behaviour in public procurement, among public officials, and of female straw candidates in electoral…