Samuel Rhys Cox
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Dr. Samuel Rhys Cox is a leading voice in the ethics of human-robot interaction, with a focused expertise on the delicate use of deception in assistive technologies for dementia care. His most cited work, "The Use of Deception in Dementia-Care Robots: Should Robots Tell 'White Lies' to Limit Emotional Distress?" (2023), tackles a profound ethical dilemma: whether robotic caregivers should employ benevolent deception to soothe patients, mirroring human caregiving practices. This seminal paper, garnering 3 citations in a nascent field, lays the groundwork for a critical conversation on trust, autonomy, and emotional well-being in gerontechnology. Dr. Cox’s research bridges robotics, psychology, and bioethics, arguing that while robots can alleviate caregiver burdens, their design must navigate the moral complexities of truth-telling. His contributions are pivotal as ageing populations strain healthcare systems, offering a nuanced framework for developing compassionate, ethically-aligned assistive robots. By challenging the binary of honesty versus harm, Dr. Cox is shaping the future of dementia care, ensuring that technological progress does not come at the cost of human dignity.
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