George Samaras

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George Samaras is a leading researcher at the intersection of robotics, human-computer interaction, and gerontechnology, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the elderly through socially assistive robots. His major contributions lie in the design, deployment, and evaluation of service robots for home care and assisted living environments. Samaras is best known for his work on the SocialRobot and GrowMeUp European projects, where he pioneered the integration of intelligent, interactive mobile robots with cloud ecosystems to provide natural, personalized care. His most influential paper, "A Study on the Deployment of a Service Robot in an Elderly Care Center" (2018), has garnered 132 citations, demonstrating its significant impact on the field. Through his research, Samaras has systematically analyzed elderly users' preferences regarding robot personality, appearance, and interaction, ensuring that technology is both functional and socially acceptable. His work not only advances robotic navigation and service integration but also provides critical insights into user-centered design for aging populations, making him a key figure in the drive toward practical, empathetic robotic care solutions.

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1. 1
   A Study on the Deployment of a Service Robot in an Elderly Care Center

   132 citations · 2018
2. 2
   SocialRobot: An interactive mobile robot for elderly home care

   47 citations · 2015
3. 3
   Analysis of Elderly Users’ Preferences and Expectations on Service Robot’s Personality, Appearance and Interaction

   17 citations · 2016
4. 4
   A Robotic Cloud Ecosystem for Elderly Care and Ageing Well: The GrowMeUp Approach

   14 citations · 2016
5. 5
   On the development of a service robot for social interaction with the elderly

   10 citations · 2015

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