# Autonomous Weapons Autonomous weapons are systems capable of identifying, selecting, and engaging targets without human intervention. They integrate advanced technologies such as sensors, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to execute military operations. While offering the potential for enhanced precision and reduced human risk, ethical and strategic considerations remain critical in their deployment. The development and operation of autonomous weapons heavily rely on data, which is fundamental in training algorithms and refining targeting systems. Effective data governance ensures these systems operate within legal and ethical boundaries, supporting informed decision-making in complex environments. For more information about recent autonomous weapons research, please consult the following resources: * [WorldCat](https://search.worldcat.org/search?&offset=1&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Autonomous+Weapons) * [Consensus](https://consensus.app/results/?synthesize=off&copilot=off&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Autonomous+Weapons) * [Google Scholar](https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=Recent+studies+about+data+and+data+governance+and+Autonomous+Weapons) Our research team, partners, and the extended Network of the Datasphere have identified the following organizations working at the intersection of data or data governance and autonomous weapons. We recognize this is a dynamic field and would appreciate your help to [[contact our research team|improve]] this resource.