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• Human-Robot Interaction
• Accessibility
• User-Centered Design
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Sanjit Samaddar is a Lecturer in Interactive Media at the School of Arts and Creative Technologies, University of York. He holds a BEng in Computer Science and an MSc in Human-Centred Interactive Technologies from the same university. Currently pursuing a part-time PhD in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), his research focuses on how older adults interact with robots and user-centered design of assistive technologies. He has worked on projects like the GUFO autonomous drone for elderly care and an AI chatbot for youth with social anxiety. His roles include Research Associate in Computer Science (2017–2020) and Associate Lecturer (2020–present). Research Interests: Human-Robot Interaction, accessibility evaluation (e.g., Consigliere Evaluation), cross-cultural icon design, and usability for disabled users. He has developed personas for participatory design and contributed to food waste reduction apps. Recent work includes eye-tracking studies on online consumer behavior. Teaching: Convened modules like 'Media Production for Interactive Environments' and 'Developing Interactive Media'. Supervised student projects on accessibility of streaming services, Twitter alt-text, and avatar accessibility. Publications: Key outputs include studies on older adults' robot preferences (CHI 2020), Consigliere Evaluation (CHI 2020), and persona extensions (NordiCHI 2020). Recent work (2025) explores online scarcity messaging in hospitality contexts.

• Nursing
• Gerontology
• Dementia Care
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Glenda Cook is a Professor at Northumbria University's Nursing Midwifery and Health Department, focusing on elderly care, healthcare technology, and chronic disease management. She holds a PhD in Nursing (2007) and an MA in Clinical Medicine (1995). Her research emphasizes hydration care for older adults, dementia support technologies, and interprofessional collaboration in healthcare settings. Education PhD in Nursing, Northumbria University (2007) MA (Hons) in Clinical Medicine, 1995 Research Interests Her work spans gerontology, assistive technologies for aging populations, care home practices, and multimorbidity management. Notable projects include developing competency frameworks for hydration care and repurposing voice assistants for dementia patients. Awards & Recognition 2020 Dynamites Award (People’s Choice) for voice-assistant dementia care 2020 RCIS Residential Category Award 2015 KTP Outstanding Award for interdisciplinary collaboration Grants & Projects Co-investigator on the Design Labs project (2016), focusing on innovation in care home environments. Active in EU-funded initiatives exploring technology-enhanced aging and dementia care. Labs & Collaborations Collaborates closely with Northumbria’s Health Innovation Lab and international partners in Germany, Denmark, and Australia on projects involving telehealth and robotic companions for elderly care.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Design Fiction
• Technology Ethics
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Mark Blythe is a Professor at Northumbria University's Design Arts and Creative Industries school. His research focuses on Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Design Fiction, and Technology Ethics, with emphasis on speculative design methodologies and ethical implications of emerging technologies. He holds a PhD in Computing Science (1997) and has pioneered interdisciplinary approaches blending critical theory, participatory design, and narrative techniques. Recent work includes exploring ethics in AI, aging populations' technology needs, and collaborative design through fictional storytelling. Key collaborations span global HCI communities, addressing challenges in WaterHCI sustainability, IoT security, and centenarian technology. His methods often involve workshops (e.g., Design Courts) and fictional scenarios to provoke critical reflection. Over 3679 citations reflect contributions to digital art, aging technology, and critical design discourse. Supervised 6 academic works focusing on design fiction and participatory methods. Research interests extend to digital originals in art, spirituality in technology, and playful engagement in user research. Notable frameworks include the Co-ordinates of Design Fiction and anti-solutionist design strategies. Ongoing work examines transdisciplinary solutions for global water issues and aging populations' experiential needs.

• Chronic Disease Management
• Self-Management Interventions
• Family Nursing
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Professor Lisa Whitehead is a leading academic in nursing research at Edith Cowan University (ECU), holding the roles of Professor of Nursing Research, Director of the Centre for Nursing, Midwifery and Health Services Research, and Associate Dean Research within ECU's School of Nursing and Midwifery. She also serves as an Honorary Research Professor at the University of Otago, New Zealand. Her research focuses on improving health outcomes for individuals with chronic conditions through self-management strategies and family-centered care. She has over 30 years of experience in clinical and multidisciplinary research, emphasizing real-world application of evidence-based practices. Education: Dr. Whitehead holds a Doctor of Philosophy (2004), Master of Arts (1995), and Bachelor of Science (1993) from the UK. She has supervised 12 completed PhD students and over 30 Master’s students, with current supervision of 8 PhD and 2 Master’s candidates. She actively reviews grants for bodies like the Health Research Council (HRC) of New Zealand. Research Interests: Chronic disease management, family nursing, primary health care, digital health interventions, and culturally sensitive care. Her work spans topics like diabetes self-management, caregiver support, and technology in healthcare delivery. Grants & Projects: Secured over $5M in research funding, including a $1.11M HRC grant exploring prediabetes regression. Current projects include studies on aging, remote health care, and culturally tailored interventions. She leads initiatives such as the “Getting to the heart of healthy aging” program. Publications: Over 150 peer-reviewed articles (e.g., on cardiac rehabilitation, caregiver experiences, and digital health) in journals like Journal of Advanced Nursing and International Journal of Nursing Studies . Her work emphasizes translational research to bridge clinical practice and policy.

Patricia Aguilera-HermidaView profile

Teaching Professor

• Intergenerational Relationships
• Adult Education
• Ageism
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Patricia Aguilera-Hermida is an Associate Teaching Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at Penn State Harrisburg, serving as Program Coordinator for the Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies. She holds a D.Ed. from Penn State University, an M.S. in Psychology, and a Marriage and Family Therapy residency. Her teaching career spans over 25 years at both undergraduate and graduate levels, combined with clinical therapy experience and founding a school for older adults in Mexico. Her research focuses on intergenerational relationships, aging populations, cognitive health, and technology’s role in education and elderly care. Key research interests include neuroplasticity, ageism reduction through intergenerational activities, and strategies to enhance community well-being among older adults. She has developed programs like 'Sharing Wisdom,' targeting Latino aging populations, and explores innovative educational tools such as AI chatbots in learning environments. Dr. Aguilera has published extensively on topics ranging from pandemic-era emergency online learning to smart-home technology adoption in retirement communities. Her academic contributions span curriculum design, crisis management in education, and resilience-building strategies for students. She currently teaches courses including HDFS 239, 249, 301, 395C, 402, 433, 434, and PSYCH 100. Her work bridges academic research with practical applications, emphasizing social justice and intergenerational solidarity.

Anthea TinkerView profile

Professor

• Social Gerontology
• Ageing
• Mental Health Policy
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Professor Anthea Tinker is a distinguished academic and researcher in Social Gerontology at King’s College London, serving as the Professor of Social Gerontology since 1988. She holds affiliations with the Institute of Gerontology, Department of Global Health & Social Medicine, and the School of Global Affairs. Her roles include teaching Social Policy and chairing the College Research Ethics Committee (2001–2011). Education: PhD in Social Policy (City University of London) Bachelor of Social Science (University of Birmingham) Research Interests: Anthea’s work focuses on aging-related issues such as housing, assistive technology, elder abuse, long-term care, and ethics. She has authored over 300 publications and 11 books, with recent emphasis on loneliness in later life and age-friendly technologies. Key themes include: Ethical considerations in gerontology research Impact of technology on aging populations Policy implications of aging societies Grants & Awards: Recipient of the CBE (2000) for contributions to housing for older people Alan Walker Prize (2010) for outstanding achievements in Social Gerontology Leadership roles in global initiatives like the WHO’s Age-Friendly Cities project and EU-funded studies on elder abuse Principal Investigator for projects on social isolation (Australia) and long-term care Labs & Collaborations: Her research spans interdisciplinary teams, including the Institute of Gerontology, the Mental Health & Society research group, and international networks like the European Forum for Good Clinical Practice. Current projects address loneliness in older adults and urban design for aging populations.

Charlotte BäccmanView profile

Assistant Professor

• Digital Health
• Behavioral Psychology
• Healthcare Technology
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Charlotte Bäccman is an Assistant Professor in Psychology Research at Karlstad University. Her work focuses on digitalization's impact on health behaviors, healthcare technology, and resilience in military and civilian populations. She collaborates with institutions like RISE, The Health Council in Värmland, and municipal healthcare units. Her research spans behavioral psychology, organizational psychology, and technology-driven interventions. She teaches social and organizational psychology, emphasizing practical applications in healthcare and technology. Research Interests Dr. Bäccman explores how technology (e.g., fitness trackers, robotic systems, SMS coaching) influences health behaviors and quality of life. Key areas include: - Digital health solutions for behavior change - Military personnel resilience and post-deployment well-being - User experiences with assistive robotics in elderly care - Psychotherapy efficacy for traumatized children and caregivers Collaborations Her projects involve multidisciplinary teams from Psychology, Computer Science, Nursing, and Informatics. Notable collaborations address challenges in implementing digital assistive technology in healthcare systems. Awards No scientific awards explicitly listed in the provided texts. Grants & Advising Her work is supported by grants enabling studies on personalized digital health services, robotic shower usability, and SMS-based behavior coaching. She advises students in military psychology, healthcare technology, and behavioral interventions. Labs & Teams Participates in interdisciplinary teams developing welfare technology and evaluating military personnel health programs. Collaborates on the iRiSk II project for traumatized children and the 'intelligent shower' robotics initiative.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Design Research
• Gerontechnology
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Dr. Simon Lawry is a researcher at Queensland University of Technology's Faculty of Built Environment and Engineering. His work focuses on intuitive interaction design and user experience research, particularly examining age-related differences in product familiarity and technology adoption. Education: PhD in Design Research (2012) - Queensland University of Technology Research Interests: Human-Computer Interaction, Gerontechnology, User Experience Design, and Age-related Usability Studies Publications: 8 academic works between 2008-2019 examining intuitive interaction, product familiarity, and aging populations' technology adoption His research specifically investigates how demographic factors like age affect intuitive interaction with technology, emphasizing product familiarity assessment and cognitive ergonomics. While no formal awards or students are documented in this dataset, his work has been published in design research society conferences and journals focusing on aging and technology interface design.

• Human-Centered Design
• Healthcare Design Innovation
• User Experience (UX) Design
• +7 more

Marianella Chamorro-Koc is a Professor in the Department of Industrial Design at Queensland University of Technology's School of Design. With over 100 publications spanning more than two decades, she leads the QUT Design Lab's healthcare innovation initiatives, focusing on human-centered design approaches that bridge design theory and practical healthcare applications. Her work integrates academic research with real-world problem solving across multiple healthcare contexts. Chamorro-Koc's research interests center on healthcare design innovation, with particular expertise in accessibility design, user experience for vulnerable populations, and product usability. Her work demonstrates a consistent focus on designing for people with disabilities, pediatric healthcare experiences, and digital health technologies. She has developed innovative approaches to understanding how design can improve healthcare outcomes, particularly through empathetic and inclusive design methodologies that prioritize user needs and experiences. Her recent publications reveal a strong emphasis on healthcare design innovation, with significant contributions in pediatric medical equipment design, accessibility technologies for people with disabilities, and digital health solutions. The research trends show an evolution from foundational work in product usability to more complex healthcare system design, with increasing focus on inclusive design methodologies and co-creation approaches that involve end users as active participants in the design process. Chamorro-Koc has secured substantial research funding and leads multiple interdisciplinary projects connecting design with healthcare delivery. She has collaborated extensively with healthcare providers including Metro North Hospital and Health Services, Clinical Excellence Queensland Healthcare Accelerator Lab Program, and various international healthcare institutions. Her work bridges the gap between academic design research and practical healthcare implementation, resulting in tangible design solutions that improve patient experiences and healthcare outcomes. She leads the QUT Design Lab's initiatives in healthcare design, with particular focus on pediatric care environments, accessibility technologies, and digital health innovation. Her team employs co-design methodologies that actively involve patients, healthcare providers, and designers in the innovation process, creating solutions that are both technically sound and deeply empathetic to user needs.

Sherrie-Anne KayeView profile

Research Fellow

• Technology Acceptance
• Automated Vehicles
• Young Drivers
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Dr Sherrie-Anne Kaye is a Senior Research Fellow at Queensland University of Technology (QUT), affiliated with the Centre for Accident Research & Road Safety – Queensland (CARRS-Q) and the MAIC-QUT Road Safety Research Collaboration. She holds a PhD in Psychology from QUT and has been active in road safety research since 2010. Her work focuses on technology acceptance, automated vehicles, young driver behavior, and speeding/speeding-related messaging. Research interests include cognitive measures of risk perception, driver distraction, and the application of behavioral theories to road safety interventions. She leads projects on advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), automated vehicle adoption barriers, and prosocial driving behaviors. Her 15 most recent articles (2020–2025) span topics like shared awareness in automated driving, ChatGPT healthcare interactions, and motorcycle safety technologies. Current projects include evaluating Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and driver education reforms. Dr Kaye supervises PhD students in areas like AI chatbot acceptance and semi-automated vehicle safety. She collaborates with industry partners on projects funded by Australian Competitive Grants, focusing on cybersecurity and road safety innovations.

Stefanie KuenzelView profile

Senior Lecturer

• HVDC Transmission Systems
• Wind Energy Integration
• Smart Meter Technology
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Dr. Stefanie Kuenzel is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Electronic Engineering at Royal Holloway University of London, serving as Head of the Power Systems group. She holds an editorial role at the Journal of Modern Power Systems and Clean Energy . Her research focuses on HVDC transmission systems, wind energy integration into AC grids, smart meter technology, and subsurface flow batteries. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy. Dr. Kuenzel has led multiple projects funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), including PrivIoT (privacy risks in IoT homes) and Impact of Smart Meters on Privacy . She collaborates internationally on energy ethics, digital harm mitigation, and geoscientific energy storage solutions. Notable research outputs include studies on elderly technology adoption, smart grid ethics, and innovative energy infrastructure in China. Her projects bridge engineering with humanities, such as Developing Creative Methods of Sensing Air , integrating geo-humanities and earth sciences perspectives. She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to address modern energy challenges while prioritizing ethical considerations and societal impacts.

• Gamification
• Virtual Reality
• Extended Reality
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Nannan Xi is an Associate Professor (tenure track) in the department of Information and Knowledge Management. Her research focuses on gamification, virtual and augmented reality technologies, and their applications in areas such as elderly well-being, consumer behavior, and ethical AI systems. She has collaborated extensively on studies involving the metaverse, service robots, and immersive technologies. Key research areas: Gamification design, extended reality (XR), AI ethics, and sustainable consumption. Notable contributions include experiments on metaverse shopping acceptance, gamification in healthcare, and ethical considerations in AI agents. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals related to health and innovation. She has organized academic events such as workshops at the Pacific Asia Conference on Information Systems (2023) and contributed to conferences like ICIS 2024. Publications span journals like Technological Forecasting and Social Change and Internet Research , with a focus on empirical studies and systematic reviews.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Automatic Speech Recognition
• Natural User Interfaces
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Cosmin Munteanu is an Associate Professor at the Institute of Communication, Culture, Information and Technology (University of Toronto Mississauga) and cross-appointed to the Faculty of Information and Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto. He directs the Technologies for Ageing Gracefully Lab (TAG Lab) , focusing on sociotechnical research at the intersection of user experience, digital inclusion, aging, NLP, and ethics. Research Interests span human factors in voice/language interfaces, empowering marginalized groups (older adults, low-literacy users), ethical design, and multimodal assistive technologies. Key Contributions address voice user interface design, aging populations, and balancing usability with ethical considerations in field studies. Scientific Awards include Best Paper at PACLING (2003), Diversity Award (2020), and multiple Best of CHI/MobileHCI Honorable Mentions. Committee Service includes ACM SIGCHI MobileHCI Steering Committee (Deputy Chair), co-founder of Conversational User Interfaces Steering Committee, and AGE-WELL Network leadership. Teaching covers courses like User Experience Design, Interaction Design, and Natural Language Computing at graduate and undergraduate levels.

Anna KaniosView profile

Professor

• Social Pedagogy
• Social Work
• Aging Population
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Prof. dr hab. Anna Kanios is a Full Professor at the Department of Social Pedagogy, Institute of Pedagogy, Faculty of Pedagogy and Psychology at Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Poland. She serves as Head of the Department of Social Pedagogy and coordinates the Social Work program at UMCS. President of the Polish Association of Social Work Schools (2023-2027) Scientific Supervisor for the Kirkland Freedom Foundation program Member of Social Policy Reform Team at the Ministry of Family, Labor and Social Policy Scientific Consultant for Lublin City's Social Policy Strategy Her research focuses on aging population challenges, social work education, professional competencies, intergenerational attitudes, and social inclusion strategies. She leads projects evaluating social service systems for seniors and foster care transition processes. Recent publications show trends in social service delivery (2024), foster care transition (2024), senior care technology (2020), and cross-cultural social work (Poland-Germany studies). Individual Award III Class from UMCS Rector (2014/2015) Bronze Medal for Long-Term Service (2015) Individual Award II Class from UMCS Rector (2015/2016) Team Awards III Class (2016/2017 & 2018/2019) Homo Didacticus Diploma (2021) Individual Scientific Award (2023/2024) She supervises research teams and international projects including Poland-Germany-Slovakia collaborations. Current work involves social service evaluation frameworks and aging population support systems.

Christophe KunzeView profile

Professor

• Digital Health
• Artificial Intelligence in Nursing
• Geriatric Care
• +3 more

Professor Christophe Kunze at Furtwangen University focuses on digital health innovations, particularly in nursing technology, dementia care, and participatory design. His work spans AI systems for hybrid interaction, motion monitoring in geriatrics, and inclusive digital solutions for persons with disabilities. He leads mixed-methods clinical evaluations and co-designs healthcare technologies with caregivers. Current research emphasizes AI integration in ambulatory care Develops interactive assistive tools for dementia patients Investigates digital participation for people with intellectual disabilities Recent publications explore virtual reality training, telecare applications, and NASSS framework analyses. His work addresses technology adoption barriers, ethical considerations in healthcare AI, and sustainable implementation models. Though no specific awards are mentioned, his collaborative approach influences healthcare technology design and evaluation methodologies.