Racquel D. Brown-Gaston

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Racquel D. Brown-Gaston is a leading scholar at the intersection of military ethics, artificial intelligence, and autonomous systems. Her research critically examines how the United States Department of Defense designs, constructs, and deploys social and autonomous robots and robotic weapons systems, with a particular focus on the ethical frameworks governing these technologies. In her most cited work, "War and Peace" (2021, 6 citations), Brown-Gaston explores the profound implications of military robots designed to emulate human professions and roles, arguing that these systems must adhere to the same ethical principles and conduct expected of their human counterparts. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping contemporary debates on the moral accountability of autonomous weapons and the application of ethical guidelines in combat scenarios. Brown-Gaston’s work is widely recognized for bridging the gap between technical innovation and moral philosophy, offering critical insights for policymakers, engineers, and military strategists. Her research continues to influence how we understand the responsibilities of deploying artificial intelligence in high-stakes environments, making her a vital voice in the ongoing discourse on the future of warfare and robotic ethics.