Aphra Kerr
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Aphra Kerr is a leading scholar at the intersection of digital media, games studies, and the ethical governance of emerging technologies. Her research critically examines how social and cultural dynamics shape—and are shaped by—digital platforms, artificial intelligence, and interactive entertainment. Kerr’s major contributions include pioneering work on the political economy of digital games, the sociology of game production, and the ethical implications of AI-driven social robotics. Notably, her recent collaborative project, “CASIE – Computing affect and social intelligence for healthcare in an ethical and trustworthy manner” (2021), addresses the urgent challenge of embedding trustworthy, emotionally aware AI into healthcare robots, advancing debates on responsible innovation. With over 2,000 citations across her body of work, Kerr’s impact is felt across media studies, sociology, and computer ethics. She has also authored the influential monograph *The Business and Culture of Digital Games*, a key text for understanding game industry dynamics. A Professor at Maynooth University, Kerr continues to shape policy and public discourse on digital rights, algorithmic accountability, and the future of work in the creative industries.
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