Nur Aqilah Qistina Ahmad Rostam
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Nur Aqilah Qistina Ahmad Rostam is an emerging researcher whose work critically examines the intersection of automation and the built environment. Her primary research area focuses on the strategic integration of robotics within the construction industry, a field where she investigates the delicate balance between technological advancement and human labor. Her most-cited paper, "Substitution of workforce with robotics in the construction industry: A wise or witless approach" (2024, 8 citations), tackles the pressing issue of low profitability and inefficiency in construction projects. By analyzing whether replacing human workers with robots is a prudent or reckless strategy, she addresses a critical gap in understanding how automation can resolve prolonged, costly, and substandard project outcomes. Her work provides a nuanced perspective on productivity enhancement, weighing the benefits of robotics against potential socioeconomic impacts. Though early in her career, Rostam’s research is already shaping conversations around sustainable automation in construction, offering valuable insights for industry stakeholders and policymakers. Her contributions are particularly relevant as the sector seeks to modernize while maintaining workforce stability.
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