Lachlan Urquhart
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Dr. Lachlan Urquhart is a leading scholar at the intersection of law, technology, and ethics, whose work critically examines how emerging technologies—particularly robotics, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things—can be designed and governed responsibly. His research focuses on embedding human values like privacy, autonomy, and trust into technological systems from the ground up. A standout contribution is his highly cited 2019 paper, *“Responsible domestic robotics: exploring ethical implications of robots in the home,”* which has garnered 37 citations and lays out a framework for anticipating the social and ethical harms of robots entering intimate domestic spaces. Urquhart argues that without proactive ethical design, domestic robots risk eroding user trust and inviting heavy-handed regulation. Beyond this, his broader body of work—spanning data protection law, value-sensitive design, and human-computer interaction—has shaped policy discussions and interdisciplinary dialogues on “privacy by design.” Known for bridging the gap between legal theory and technical practice, Urquhart’s scholarship is essential reading for anyone interested in building a future where technology serves human flourishing, not undermines it.
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