Mobin Khamooshi

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Mobin Khamooshi is a pioneering researcher in social robotics, with a focused expertise in designing robotic companions for pediatric healthcare. His major contributions center on the development of "Arash," a mobile social robot created specifically for children with chronic diseases, particularly those battling cancer. Khamooshi’s work addresses the profound psychological needs of hospitalized children, who often experience loneliness, boredom, and fear. Through his highly cited 2018 paper (29 citations), he detailed Arash’s design performance characteristics, demonstrating how the robot provides both educational and therapeutic interventions tailored to each child’s interests. His earlier 2016 conceptual design paper (24 citations) laid the groundwork by identifying the unique challenges faced by young cancer patients in hospital settings. Collectively, his research has garnered over 50 citations, establishing a strong foundation for human-robot interaction in sensitive medical environments. Khamooshi’s notable achievement lies in bridging engineering design with compassionate care, creating a tangible tool that transforms the hospital experience for vulnerable children. His work continues to inspire future developments in socially assistive robotics for pediatric wards.