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Rainer Wieching is a Substitute Professor (Vertretungsprofessur) for Business Information Systems at the University of Siegen's Faculty of Business Information Systems and New Media. He serves as Head of the Health and Prevention Division, focusing on robotics, AI, and ICT-based solutions for elderly care and preventive health. His work bridges healthcare technology, gerontechnology, and human-robot interaction.
Education and Professional Background: Dr. Wieching holds a PhD and degrees in sports science, physiology, and medical education. He has 15 years of experience leading health-tech startups and 8 years in engineering systems for energy sector process control. His research integrates medical expertise with IT systems for evidence-based medicine and assistive technologies.
Key Projects: He leads/co-leads EU-Japan initiatives like e-VITA (AI-driven aging support), my-AHA (frailty detection), and iStoppFalls (fall prevention). His work spans over 20 projects including HAPPIER (empathetic robots), Cognitive Village (adaptive systems), and MobiAssist (dementia care).
Research Focus: Current projects emphasize social robots in intercultural contexts (Germany-Japan), digital twins for aging, and participatory design of health technologies. He explores ethical implications, technology acceptance, and sustainable tech integration in care settings.
Labs & Collaborations: Active in PRAXLABS, Fab Lab Siegen, and Social Media Observatories. Engages in international collaborations through EU-funded programs and cross-cultural studies between Europe and Japan.
