Mario Verdicchio

University of Bergamo, University of the West of Scotland

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Mario Verdicchio is a leading voice in the ethics of artificial intelligence and robotics, with a particular focus on the moral status of autonomous systems and the philosophical implications of human-robot interaction. His most influential work, “Why Robots Should Not Be Treated Like Animals” (2018, 61 citations), challenges simplistic analogies between robots and living beings, arguing instead for a nuanced ethical framework that respects the unique nature of artificial agents. Verdicchio further explores the societal and psychological dimensions of robotics in “Constructing the Meaning of Humanoid Sex Robots” (2019, 16 citations), a critical examination of how such technologies shape human relationships and values. His contributions extend to methodology, as seen in “Good Experimental Methodologies for Autonomous Robotics: From Theory to Practice” (2013, 9 citations), which bridges the gap between theoretical ethics and practical experimentation. With a total of 89 citations across his most-cited works, Verdicchio’s research is essential for anyone grappling with the ethical design and deployment of autonomous systems, making him a key figure in the ongoing debate over machine morality and the future of human-robot coexistence.