Elen C. Carvalho Nascimento

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Elen C. Carvalho Nascimento is a bioethicist whose work confronts the ethical dimensions of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on the intersection of human sexuality, robotics, and moral philosophy. Her most-cited paper, “The ‘Use’ of Sex Robots: A Bioethical Issue” (2018, 28 citations), stands as a foundational contribution to the growing discourse on intimate human-machine relationships. In this work, Nascimento critically examines the ethical implications of sex robots, challenging assumptions about consent, objectification, and the potential for these technologies to reshape social and relational norms. Her analysis bridges theoretical bioethics with pressing real-world concerns, offering a framework for evaluating the moral status of such innovations. While her citation count reflects the niche but vital nature of her research, Nascimento’s influence extends beyond academia—her writing has been cited in policy discussions and interdisciplinary debates on technology and ethics. As a researcher, she exemplifies how bioethics can engage with cutting-edge technologies, urging scholars and practitioners to consider the profound moral questions raised by our increasingly automated and intimate futures.