Hanna Brollowski

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Hanna Brollowski’s research lies at the intersection of law, ethics, and emerging military technology, with a particular focus on autonomous systems and armed conflict. Her most cited work, “Military Robots and the Principle of Humanity: Distorting the Human Face of the Law?” (2013), critically examines how deploying autonomous robots in warfare challenges foundational humanitarian principles. Drawing on law, philosophy, and political science, Brollowski explores whether robotic soldiers can uphold—or instead undermine—the “human face” of international humanitarian law. Her analysis reveals a nuanced tension: while autonomous systems may reduce human risk, they risk distorting legal accountability and moral judgment on the battlefield. With over 10 citations, this paper has influenced debates on the ethics of lethal autonomous weapons and the future of the laws of war. Brollowski’s work is notable for its interdisciplinary rigor and its timely engagement with a rapidly evolving field. She continues to contribute to scholarship on how legal frameworks must adapt to technological change, making her a key voice for students and researchers grappling with the ethical dimensions of military robotics.