Stefka Schmid
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Stefka Schmid is a leading voice in the ethics and governance of emerging military technologies, with a primary focus on lethal autonomous weapon systems (LAWS). Her work critically examines the intersection of technical development and policy, particularly through the lens of “meaningful human control.” In her highly cited 2020 paper, Schmid analyzes the stalled CCW (Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons) debates, arguing that the lack of consensus on LAWS definition and regulation is enabling rapid technological progress without adequate ethical guardrails. By bridging Value Sensitive Design (VSD) with real-world disarmament discussions, she provides a crucial framework for ensuring that human agency is preserved in automated warfare. With 14 citations on this pivotal work, Schmid’s research is essential for scholars and policymakers grappling with the moral implications of autonomous weapons. Her contributions highlight the urgent need for proactive governance, making her a key figure in the ongoing effort to align military innovation with international humanitarian law and human rights.
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