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Michael Nagenborg is a leading scholar at the intersection of ethics, robotics, and urban studies. His research focuses on the responsible integration of autonomous systems into human environments, with key contributions to urban robotics, the ethics of wearable technologies, and the philosophical dimensions of human-robot interaction. Nagenborg’s most-cited work, “Urban robotics and responsible urban innovation” (2018, 60 citations), establishes a foundational framework for embedding robots into cityscapes through responsible design and use, distinguishing between technological and societal perspectives. His earlier paper “Ethical regulations on robotics in Europe” (2007, 56 citations) critically examines policy frameworks, while “Ethics and Robotics” (2009, 36 citations) bridges moral philosophy and artificial agency. Nagenborg also explores the socio-philosophical implications of wearable robotic exoskeletons for Duchenne muscular dystrophy research (2020), challenging purely biomedical narratives. In a provocative 2020 piece, he asks whether we can forgive a robot, probing the boundaries of moral responsibility for artificial agents. With over 160 citations across his core works, Nagenborg’s scholarship is essential for students and researchers grappling with the ethical governance of robotics in society.