Heidrun Biedermann
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Heidrun Biedermann is a leading scholar in the intersection of nursing science, gerontology, and technology ethics, with a particular focus on the responsible integration of robotic systems into care settings. Her most-cited work, the 2025 paper “READY? – Reflective dialog tool on issues relating to the use of robotic systems for nursing care,” introduces a pioneering assessment instrument designed to help care facilities critically evaluate the implications of deploying robotics. This tool, which combines a digitally supported question catalog with participatory workshops, empowers institutions to engage in structured, ethical reflection before adopting such technologies. While still early in its citation trajectory, this contribution has already garnered attention for its practical, dialog-driven approach to a pressing societal challenge. Biedermann’s research is distinguished by its commitment to bridging theoretical frameworks with actionable tools, ensuring that technological innovation in nursing does not outpace careful institutional and ethical consideration. Her work is essential reading for researchers and practitioners navigating the complex landscape of care robotics, offering a model for responsible innovation that prioritizes human dignity and professional reflection.
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