Steven Baker

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Dr. Steven Baker is a leading researcher at the intersection of gerontology and human-computer interaction, whose work fundamentally explores how technology can enhance the lives of older adults. His primary research areas focus on the deployment of new technologies—including tablets, virtual reality, and social robots—within residential aged care facilities, and the critical role of digital inclusion in fostering social participation among the elderly. Dr. Baker’s major contributions include pioneering studies that examine the practical and ethical challenges of integrating these innovations into long-term care settings, moving beyond simple usability to consider the complex social dynamics at play. His highly cited 2018 paper on deploying new technology in residential aged care (32 citations) provides a foundational framework for understanding how these tools can be effectively introduced to support resident well-being. Complementing this, his 2016 work on older people and social participation (21 citations) offers key insights into how information and communication technologies can combat social isolation. Through this impactful body of work, Dr. Baker is shaping how we design and implement technology to ensure it serves as a bridge to connection, not a barrier, for our aging population.