James Bray

James Bray is a Professor in the Department of Social Work at the University of Texas at San Antonio, affiliated with the College for Health, Community and Policy (HCAP). His research bridges social work, assistive technologies, and human-robot interaction, focusing on disabilities, caregiver respite, and inclusive policy frameworks.

Notable awards include the SSWR Fellow (2017), Fulbright Scholar (2012), and Fulbright Specialist (2012). He has secured grants for collaborative research on mixed human-robot groups and caregiver support systems.

• Research spans 2014–2023, emphasizing assistive technology ethics, telework accommodations, and smart city inclusivity.
• Key publications analyze SAR applications for IDD caregivers, emotional numbing in veterans, and gender/age differences in robotics performance.

Scientific recognition includes Society for Social Work and Research, U.S. Department of State, and journal-specific awards. His work integrates universal design principles and scenario planning for equitable technological futures.