معرفی
Suk-Young (John) Kang is an Associate Professor at the Department of Social Work within the College of Community and Public Affairs (CCPA) at Binghamton University. His research focuses on mental health among Asian immigrant elders, family caregiving dynamics, and the role of technology in aging societies. He holds a PhD and MSSW from Columbia University and a BA from Seoul National University.
Education:
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Social Work, Columbia University
- Master of Social Work (MSSW), Columbia University
- Bachelor of Arts (BA), Seoul National University
Research Interests:
Dr. Kang explores how technology adoption impacts quality of life for older adults, particularly through studies on companion robotic pets and digital literacy. He also investigates sociocultural factors influencing depression in immigrant populations and evaluates innovative healthcare models like the Ambulatory Integration of Medical and Social (AIMS) approach. His work emphasizes social justice for displaced communities and the ethical dimensions of welfare technology.
Awards:
- CCPA Research Excellence Award (for projects on robotic pets and teacher education)
Advising & Grants:
His research has been supported by grants focusing on geriatric social work training, robotic companions for elders, and cross-national technology adoption studies. He collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to address healthcare integration challenges and caregiver financial strain.
Labs/Teams:
Engaged in the AIMS model implementation initiative and the ART CART feasibility study for national wellness programs targeting older adults.
