Joseline Raja
Papers
3
Total Citations
29
H-Index
3
About
Joseline Raja is a pioneering researcher in the intersection of developmental robotics and pediatric rehabilitation, focusing on how socially assistive robots can enhance physical, cognitive, and social development in young children. Her major contributions center on designing and evaluating robotic systems that promote active play and mobility in children with and without disabilities. In her highly cited pilot study, *Influence of a Socially Assistive Robot on Physical Activity, Social Play Behavior, and Toy-Use Behaviors of Children in a Free Play Environment* (15 citations), she demonstrated that a mobile robot can significantly increase children’s physical activity and social engagement compared to traditional toys. Her work *Design of an Assistive Robot for Infant Mobility Interventions* (11 citations) addresses critical barriers in affordable, accessible mobility aids for children with ambulatory disabilities, proposing innovative robotic solutions that improve autonomy and social participation. Raja’s research is notable for its within-subjects experimental designs and its focus on real-world play environments, bridging engineering, child development, and assistive technology. Her findings have implications for early intervention strategies, inclusive play spaces, and the design of low-cost robotic tools that empower children with disabilities to explore and interact with their world.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1
- 2Design of an Assistive Robot for Infant Mobility Interventions11 citations · 2021
- 3