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Evaluation of emerging technological opportunities for improving risk awareness and resilience of vulnerable people in disasters

Published on 4 November 2025
Evaluation of new technologies to boost disaster resilience and awareness among vulnerable groups while addressing ethical and inclusion issues.
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Evaluation of emerging technological opportunities for improving risk awareness and resilience of vulnerable people in disasters

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Latvakoski, Juhani (b); Öörni, Risto (a); Lusikka, Toni (b) Keränen, Jaana (c).

a) VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, B.O.Box 1000, 02044, VTT, Finland
b) VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, Kaitoväylä 1, FI-90571, Oulu, Finland
c) VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, P.O.Box 1300, FI-33101, Tampere, Finland
Unique identifier
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijdrr.2022.103173
Research paper

This research evaluates how emerging technologies can enhance disaster risk awareness and resilience among vulnerable populations. Using surveys, end-user evaluations and co-creative workshops, the study assessed tools such as Mobile Positioning Data for rescue planning and Trasim for crisis communication training. Findings highlight strong innovation potential but also ethical concerns, digital divides, and inclusivity challenges. Investing in fair and responsible technological development is key to ensuring no one is left behind in future crises.

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DRM Phases

Preparedness Prevention

Geographic focus

all Europe/EU

Sectors

Risk awareness & communication Search & Rescue