Mads Lund Andersen

Mads Lund Andersen is a Research Fellow at the Department of Educational Psychology, Danish School of Education, Aarhus University. His research focuses on the ethical, pedagogical, and social implications of emerging technologies such as social robots and telepresence systems, particularly in educational and care settings. He explores themes like mediating technologies, welfare technology for aging populations, and the ethical dimensions of robotics in social work. His work bridges educational theory and practical applications of technology, emphasizing critical reflection on technology’s role in human interactions.

Research interests include:

• Ethical complexities in social robotics
• Telepresence technologies and child development
• Data ethics in educational and social contexts
• Welfare technology and aging societies

Notable projects include My friend the avatar - Exploring the social lives of chronically ill children using telepresence avatars (2023–2026), which investigates how technology can support social inclusion for children with chronic illnesses. His publications often appear in journals like Irish Journal of Applied Social Studies and Journal of Human-Technology Relations.

Grants and collaborations: The project mentioned above is a key initiative, though specific funding details are not provided. Andersen’s work intersects with interdisciplinary teams focusing on technology ethics and pedagogy.