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Abbe Mowshowitz is a multidisciplinary researcher whose work spans robotics, human-robot interaction, and technology ethics. His contributions have made meaningful strides across several interconnected domains, bridging theoretical frameworks with practical engineering solutions. In the field of autonomous robotics, Mowshowitz has tackled real-world challenges in agricultural and forest management, developing navigation systems that enable mobile robots to operate independently in complex, unstructured outdoor environments. His 2018 work on robot navigation for forest management, which garnered 13 citations, demonstrated a complete robotic system capable of autonomous trajectory planning and execution in dynamic natural settings. Equally notable is his engagement with social robotics and human-robot interaction. Mowshowitz has contributed to mood perception modeling using Hidden Markov Models to interpret both facial and bodily expressions, advancing robots' ability to understand and respond to human emotional states. His work on LMA-based emotional expression platforms further explored how robots can communicate intent and feeling through movement. Beyond engineering, Mowshowitz has shown a commitment to the ethical dimensions of technology. His 2007 paper, "Technology as Excuse for Questionable Ethics," also cited 13 times, reflects a critical perspective on how technological advancement can be misused to justify morally dubious decisions — a contribution that remains highly relevant today.