MetaInfrastructure is proud to highlight the recent publication of an agenda-setting article titled “Threat-Agnostic Resilience: Framing and Applications” in the International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction.
Drawing from the Greek term ἄγνωστος (agnostos)—meaning unknown—this groundbreaking study introduces a paradigm shift in how we frame infrastructure resilience. Unlike conventional methods that rely heavily on scenario-based planning or stress testing, this threat-agnostic framework is tailored for environments where specific hazards are uncertain or unknowable. The approach aims to build infrastructure systems that are both robust and adaptive, regardless of the nature of emerging or future threats.
Why It Matters:
This publication presents a major advancement for researchers, engineers, urban planners, and policymakers aiming to develop resilient systems that are future-proof. It redefines how we conceptualize and operationalize resilience, especially in complex, multi-risk contexts where traditional threat identification methods may fall short.
Authored by:
- Benjamin Trump
- Dr Sotirios Argyroudis
- Gianluca Pescaroli
- Greg Kiker
- Robert Horton
- José Manuel Palma-Oliveira
- Igor Linkov
Institutional Affiliation:
School of Engineering, University of Birmingham
Supported by:
ReCharged – MSCA Staff Exchanges
