Nikil Mukerji

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Nikil Mukerji is a leading voice in the ethics of emerging technologies, with a sharp focus on the moral and regulatory challenges posed by robotics and autonomous systems. His seminal work, "Guidelines on Regulating Robotics" (2014), has garnered 14 citations and laid foundational principles for governing the rapid development of robotic technologies. Mukerji is perhaps best known for his incisive analysis of autonomous killer drones, particularly in his 2016 chapter that critically engages with Rob Sparrow’s arguments on moral responsibility. By dissecting whether combat drones should be permitted to make life-and-death decisions, Mukerji has made a pivotal contribution to the debate on military robotics, highlighting the profound ethical dilemmas of delegating lethal force to machines. His research bridges philosophy and policy, offering rigorous frameworks for accountability in autonomous warfare. With a growing impact in the field, Mukerji’s work continues to shape discussions on how societies can responsibly integrate intelligent machines into high-stakes domains, making him an essential thinker for students and researchers grappling with the future of technology and ethics.