Marianne Leineweber
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Marianne Leineweber is a leading voice in the ethics of care technology, with her research centering on the responsible integration of social robotics into elderly care. Her most-cited work, a systematic qualitative review on the ethical aspects of using social robots for older people, systematically maps the complex moral landscape of this emerging field. By synthesizing evidence on both the potential benefits—such as addressing resource shortages—and the profound ethical challenges, Leineweber provides a critical framework for responsible innovation. Her scholarship directly informs how developers, policymakers, and caregivers can navigate tensions between efficiency and dignity, autonomy and safety. With over 2 citations already for this pivotal review, her work is shaping foundational discourse in robot ethics and gerontechnology. Leineweber’s contributions are vital for anyone seeking to ensure that technological progress in care remains human-centered and ethically sound, making her a key reference for students and researchers in bioethics, human-robot interaction, and aging studies.
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