Geoff Pegman
Papers
9
Total Citations
421
H-Index
6
About
Geoff Pegman is a leading figure in the ethical and practical deployment of robotics, with a career spanning both industrial applications and socially impactful healthcare technologies. His most influential work is the landmark paper "Principles of Robotics" (2017, 193 citations), which established a foundational ethical framework for responsible robotics, influencing global policy and industry standards. Pegman was instrumental in the EU-funded MARIO project, where he focused on developing companion robots to combat isolation and loneliness in people living with dementia. His research demonstrated that robots like MARIO can significantly improve quality of life and perceived social support in residential care settings (2019, 77 and 63 citations). By prioritizing user-centered design—ensuring robots are acceptable and engaging for vulnerable populations—Pegman has bridged the gap between high-level ethical principles and tangible, compassionate technology. His contributions have shaped both the regulatory landscape of robotics and the practical deployment of assistive robots, making him a pivotal researcher in responsible innovation and human-robot interaction.
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Top Papers
- 1Principles of robotics: regulating robots in the real world193 citations · 2017
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- 5Interacting with Dementia: The MARIO Approach24 citations · 2017
- 6Principles of Robotics14 citations · 2011
- 7euRobotics - Shaping the future of European robotics6 citations · 2010
- 8Can robots improve the quality of life in people with dementia?3 citations · 2018
- 9Robotics and the nuclear industry3 citations · 2006