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Caroline Orfila is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of plant science, nutrition, and sustainable technology. Her work primarily focuses on how robotics and autonomous systems can transform food production and biodiversity management to meet global sustainability targets. Her landmark paper, “Meeting sustainable development goals via robotics and autonomous systems” (2022, 86 citations), systematically examines the opportunities and threats these technologies present for healthcare, agriculture, and the environment. This influential work has shaped policy discussions on the responsible deployment of automation in food systems. Beyond this, Orfila has made significant contributions to understanding plant biochemistry and human nutrition, particularly in how crop composition affects health outcomes. Her research bridges fundamental plant science with practical applications in sustainable agriculture and food security. With a career spanning molecular biology, food science, and technology ethics, Orfila’s work exemplifies interdisciplinary thinking at its most impactful. She is a leading voice in ensuring that technological innovation serves both human well-being and planetary health, making her research essential reading for students and scholars working at the nexus of food, technology, and sustainability.