Shalaleh Rismani

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Shalaleh Rismani is a leading voice in the emerging field of roboethics, focusing on the unique ethical challenges posed by robots that physically interact with humans. Her research bridges the critical gap between abstract ethical principles and tangible engineering design, asking not just what robots *should* do, but how we can actually build them to do it. Her most cited work, "Ethics of Corporeal, Co-present Robots as Agents of Influence," (16 citations) provides a foundational review of the distinct moral issues arising from a robot’s physical presence and ability to influence us through touch and proximity, independent of its intelligence. Rismani’s impact is further demonstrated in her paper "Roboethics as a Design Challenge," where she translates her insights into a practical competition framework, forcing engineers to confront ethical dilemmas in real-world design scenarios. By moving the conversation from theory to practice, Rismani is shaping how the next generation of roboticists will approach the design of safe, responsible, and ethically-aware machines.