Brigitte Boon
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About
Brigitte Boon is a leading researcher at the intersection of digital ethics and intellectual disability care. Her work focuses on the responsible implementation of care technologies—including apps, social robots, sensors, and domotics—to enhance the well-being and autonomy of people with intellectual disabilities. Boon’s major contributions include identifying the systemic barriers and facilitators that influence technology adoption in long-term care settings, as well as pioneering the concept of "responsible digital care," which emphasizes ethical decision-making and social alignment in technology design. Her 2024 qualitative study on action opportunities for responsible digital care (4 citations) and her cross-sectional analysis of implementation challenges among care professionals (3 citations) are foundational to this emerging field. Boon’s research is particularly notable for its practical focus, offering actionable insights for policymakers, care providers, and technologists. Her work has already shaped discussions on inclusive, ethically grounded digital health solutions, making her a key voice in ensuring that technological progress serves the most vulnerable populations.
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