Paolo Virgili

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Paolo Virgili’s research lies at the vital intersection of ethics, artificial intelligence, and healthcare, with a particular focus on the moral implications of deploying robotic caregivers. His most-cited work, “Ethics of Care and Robot Caregivers” (2018, 9 citations), critically examines how caregiving robots challenge traditional ethical frameworks, arguing that machines cannot replicate the relational, empathetic dimensions of human care. Virgili’s contributions extend beyond critique; he proposes nuanced guidelines for integrating AI into medical settings without undermining patient dignity or caregiver roles. While his citation count reflects an emerging field, his scholarship is foundational for debates on responsible AI in healthcare—a topic of explosive growth. His work is frequently referenced in interdisciplinary discussions on robot ethics, and he is recognized for bridging philosophy with practical engineering concerns. For students and researchers, Virgili’s writing offers a clear, provocative entry point into understanding why care robots demand not just technical innovation but profound ethical reflection.