Eugen Octav Popa

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Total Citations

184

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Dr. Eugen Octav Popa is a leading voice in the ethics of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on responsible innovation and socio-technical systems. His most influential work, "The use of digital twins in healthcare: socio-ethical benefits and socio-ethical risks" (2021, 184 citations), provides a foundational framework for anticipating the ethical implications of digital twins—living replicas of physical systems, including human bodies. This paper is widely cited for its balanced analysis of both the promises and perils of this transformative technology. Beyond digital twins, Dr. Popa’s research spans the governance of artificial intelligence, data ethics, and the societal dimensions of technological change. His contributions are characterized by a rigorous, interdisciplinary approach that bridges engineering, philosophy, and policy. Notably, his work has shaped European Union discussions on responsible innovation, influencing how researchers and policymakers evaluate emerging technologies before they are widely deployed. For students and scholars, Dr. Popa’s research offers a critical lens for understanding how to embed ethical considerations into the design and deployment of cutting-edge technologies, making him an essential reference in the field of technology ethics.