Silke Schicktanz

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Silke Schicktanz is a leading bioethicist whose research lies at the intersection of medical ethics, aging, and technology. Her work critically examines how emerging technologies—particularly smart home systems—reshape caregiving dynamics, especially for transnational families and only children balancing conflicting obligations. Schicktanz’s most cited paper, “Distance caregiving using smart home technologies: balancing ethical priorities in family decision-making by only children” (2025), has already garnered 3 citations, reflecting its timely relevance. She is known for pioneering ethical frameworks that prioritize autonomy, privacy, and justice in elder care, challenging simplistic techno-solutions. Her contributions extend to public engagement, where she advocates for inclusive deliberation on genetic testing, organ donation, and dementia care. With a career spanning over two decades, Schicktanz has authored numerous influential works and led interdisciplinary projects bridging philosophy, sociology, and medicine. Her scholarship is widely cited in policy debates and ethical guidelines, making her a key voice in responsible innovation. For students and researchers, Schicktanz offers a model of how rigorous ethical analysis can guide the humane integration of technology into vulnerable care contexts.