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David C. Parkes is a leading figure in artificial intelligence, with foundational contributions to algorithmic game theory, multi-agent systems, and the societal impacts of AI. As a Professor at Harvard University, he has pioneered the design of incentive-compatible mechanisms and computational methods for electronic markets, shaping how AI systems interact with human preferences. His work on the "One Hundred Year Study on Artificial Intelligence" (AI100) at Stanford, a landmark report with over 150 citations, provides a long-term assessment of AI's societal implications, influencing policy and research directions. Additionally, his co-authored survey on "Machine Behaviour" (2019) helped define an emerging interdisciplinary field, examining how intelligent machines behave in social, economic, and political contexts. With a career spanning decades, Parkes has amassed tens of thousands of citations, reflecting his profound impact on both theoretical computer science and real-world AI applications. His achievements include being a Fellow of the ACM and AAAI, and his research continues to guide the responsible development of AI systems that align with human values.