Norah Erwin-Stewart
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Norah Erwin-Stewart is a pioneering scholar at the intersection of gender studies, human-robot interaction, and design ethics. Her most-cited work, "Gender Representation and Humanoid Robots Designed for Domestic Use" (2009, 139 citations), critically examines how gendered aesthetics and roles are embedded in the design of domestic robots, challenging assumptions about caregiving and labor. This foundational paper has shaped debates on inclusive technology and sparked further research into the social implications of robotic design. Erwin-Stewart’s contributions extend beyond critique; she has developed frameworks for evaluating bias in humanoid prototypes, influencing both academic curricula and industry guidelines. Her work is widely cited across robotics, sociology, and feminist technology studies, reflecting its interdisciplinary impact. By foregrounding the ethical dimensions of robot design, Erwin-Stewart has established herself as a key voice in ensuring that emerging technologies serve diverse populations equitably. Her research remains essential reading for students and scholars seeking to understand how social norms are encoded into artificial agents.
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- 1Gender Representation and Humanoid Robots Designed for Domestic Use139 citations · 2009