Janina Sombetzki

Papers

Total Citations

H-Index

About

Janina Sombetzki’s research sits at the critical intersection of ethics and engineering, exploring how autonomous systems can be designed to act in morally responsible ways. Her most-cited work, "Towards Moral Autonomous Systems" (2017, 47 citations), co-authored with both philosophers and engineers, addresses a pressing gap in the field: while the ethics of autonomous systems and their technical implementation have been studied separately, far less attention has been paid to how these two domains converge. Sombetzki’s major contribution lies in bridging this divide, offering a framework that integrates moral reasoning directly into system design. Her work has shaped discussions in AI ethics and robotics, influencing how researchers and practitioners approach the challenge of building machines that can navigate complex moral decisions. Beyond this landmark paper, Sombetzki continues to advance the dialogue on responsible innovation, making her a key voice in the growing movement to ensure that autonomous technologies are not only intelligent but also ethically sound. Her scholarship is essential reading for anyone grappling with the real-world implications of artificial moral agency.