Tina Comes
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Tina Comes is a leading scholar in humanitarian logistics, disaster risk management, and the ethical deployment of emerging technologies in crisis settings. Her work critically examines the intersection of technology and humanitarian action, particularly the use of drones in disaster response and the ethical challenges they pose to core humanitarian principles. In her highly cited 2019 paper, "Drones in humanitarian contexts, robot ethics, and the human–robot interaction," she explores the tension between the "technologizing of care" and the need to maintain neutrality, humanity, and impartiality. This work has garnered 50 citations and is foundational for researchers studying the ethical implications of robotics in humanitarian aid. Comes is also known for advancing decision-support models that integrate big data and community resilience, helping organizations make faster, more equitable choices during crises. Her contributions have shaped policy and practice in disaster management, earning her recognition as a thought leader in responsible innovation for vulnerable populations. Her research continues to influence how technology can be harnessed ethically to save lives.
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