Hyenjoo Lee
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About
Hyenjoo Lee is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focus on socially assistive robotics for aging populations. Her work centers on designing and evaluating companion robots to combat social isolation among older adults, particularly those in low-resource and community-based settings. Lee’s major contributions include pioneering the application of a friendship framework to human-robot relationships, demonstrating how multi-functional robots like Hyodol can serve as “precious companions” that provide emotional support, routine engagement, and a sense of connection. Her most cited paper, “My Precious Friend: Human-Robot Interactions in Home Care for Socially Isolated Older Adults” (2022), has garnered 50 citations, reflecting its impact on gerontechnology and human-robot interaction fields. In this study, she conducted in-depth interviews with 12 older adults in South Korea, revealing that the doll-shaped Hyodol robot fostered meaningful, friendship-like bonds. Her earlier work, “Use of Hyodol, Socially Assistive Robots for Older Residents in Mid-Size Cities” (2021), further explores these themes. Lee’s research is notable for its human-centered, qualitative approach, offering nuanced insights into how technology can address loneliness and improve well-being in later life.
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