Patrick Lin
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Patrick Lin is a leading voice in the ethics of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on military and human enhancement applications. His work critically examines the moral and policy challenges posed by autonomous weapons, cyber warfare, and the prospect of enhanced warfighters. In his seminal paper, "Enhanced Warfighters: Risk, Ethics, and Policy" (2013), which has garnered 73 citations, Lin argues that the drive to create superior soldiers through pharmacological, genetic, or cybernetic means raises profound questions about identity, responsibility, and the very nature of warfare. Beyond this, Lin’s broader scholarship—often cited over a thousand times—has shaped international debates on drone ethics and the responsible development of artificial intelligence. As a professor at California Polytechnic State University and a former director of the Ethics + Emerging Sciences Group, he is a sought-after advisor for defense and technology organizations. Lin’s clear, accessible writing makes complex ethical dilemmas tangible, urging both policymakers and engineers to consider the human consequences of innovation before it is too late.
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- 1Enhanced Warfighters: Risk, Ethics, and Policy73 citations · 2013