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Marie Hayden is a leading researcher at the intersection of occupational safety, health, and emerging automation technologies. Her work focuses on how robotics and advanced machinery can serve as critical interventions to reduce workplace hazards, particularly in small manufacturing enterprises and agricultural settings. In her highly cited 2022 study, Hayden analyzed 63 case studies of small businesses that adopted automation equipment through health and safety grant programs, demonstrating how industrial robots and computer numeric control systems can mitigate physical risks while boosting productivity. Her complementary literature review on livestock farms mapped the occupational safety implications of technological developments in agriculture, highlighting both the promises and challenges of automating manual processes in response to labor shortages. With over 29 citations across her key publications, Hayden’s research provides essential evidence for policymakers and industry leaders seeking to balance innovation with worker protection. Her work is particularly notable for bridging the gap between technology adoption and practical safety outcomes in underserved sectors, making her a vital voice in the ongoing conversation about the future of work and worker well-being.
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