Maurice Elissen

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Maurice Elissen is a leading researcher at the intersection of robotics, nursing care, and ethics, dedicated to ensuring that technological innovation in healthcare is both responsible and human-centered. His work is foundational to the emerging field of care robotics, where he investigates how robotic systems can be integrated into nursing practice without compromising patient dignity or caregiver well-being. Elissen’s most cited study (27 citations) pioneers the implementation of ethical frameworks in robotic system development, using qualitative methods to anticipate long-term societal changes—a direct application of Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) principles. He also co-authored a key user-centered needs analysis (7 citations) that identifies the specific physical and emotional burdens of nursing staff, translating these insights into design requirements for assistive robots. By bridging engineering, healthcare, and moral philosophy, Elissen has shaped how interdisciplinary teams approach the co-design of care technologies. His work is essential reading for anyone interested in ethically grounded, user-driven innovation in healthcare robotics.