Gary Kok Yew Chan

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Gary Kok Yew Chan is a leading scholar in the ethics of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on the design and deployment of carebots—robots used in healthcare and eldercare. His most-cited work, "Trust in and Ethical Design of Carebots: The Case for Ethics of Care" (2020), has garnered 97 citations and is a cornerstone in the field. In this paper, Chan argues for integrating an ethics of care into the design of carebots, emphasizing that trust is not merely a technical feature but a relational and ethical requirement. His contributions challenge purely utilitarian or principle-based approaches, advocating instead for a framework that prioritizes empathy, responsiveness, and the preservation of human dignity in human-robot interactions. Beyond this, Chan’s broader research spans AI ethics, medical law, and bioethics, where he consistently bridges theoretical ethics with practical design considerations. His work has influenced both academic discourse and policy discussions on responsible innovation, making him a key voice in ensuring that technological progress serves human flourishing. For students and researchers, Chan’s scholarship offers a vital, human-centered perspective on the ethical challenges of our increasingly automated world.