Mog Stapleton

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Mog Stapleton is a leading voice in the ethics of care and human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on aging populations. Their most-cited work, "Ethical Considerations Regarding the Use of Social Robots in the Fourth Age" (2013, 78 citations), critically examines the polarized debates surrounding robotic care for older adults—challenging both utopian visions from Japan and dystopian fears. Stapleton’s research bridges philosophy, cognitive science, and applied ethics, arguing that meaningful care requires nuanced frameworks that prioritize dignity, autonomy, and relationality over technological solutionism. By exposing the ethical pitfalls of deploying social robots in vulnerable contexts, Stapleton has shaped policy discussions and inspired interdisciplinary approaches to aging and technology. Their work is widely referenced in gerontology, robotics ethics, and care studies, demonstrating lasting impact in a rapidly evolving field. Stapleton’s contributions offer essential guidance for researchers and practitioners navigating the complex moral landscape of assistive technologies in later life.