J. Struwig
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J. Struwig is a prominent South African social researcher whose work critically examines the intersection of technology, public opinion, and socioeconomic change. Their key research areas include attitudes toward automation, the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), and the social implications of technological disruption in developing contexts. Struwig’s most cited paper, "Promise or precarity? South African attitudes towards the automation revolution" (2021, 5 citations), offers a nuanced exploration of how rapid technological advancement is perceived in a country marked by deep inequality. The study reveals a polarized public: some see 4IR as a pathway to efficiency and prosperity, while others fear job loss and widening social divides. This work is notable for grounding global debates about automation in a uniquely South African context, highlighting the precarity faced by vulnerable populations. Struwig’s contributions are vital for policymakers and scholars seeking to understand how technological change is negotiated in societies with high unemployment and structural inequality. Their research continues to shape conversations about inclusive innovation and the social contract in the digital age.
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