Tomoko Abe
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About
Tomoko Abe is a pioneering researcher in gerontechnology, with a focus on integrating robotics and healthcare to support aging populations. Her key research areas include communication robots (CRs), vital signs monitoring, and self-care behavior sustainability among older adults. Abe’s major contribution lies in developing a system that wirelessly transmits vital signs—such as temperature and blood pressure—via the communication robot PALRO®, enabling long-term, non-intrusive health monitoring for users of visiting healthcare services. This work addresses critical motivational challenges in self-care, offering a scalable solution to promote independence and well-being in older adults. Her most-cited paper (2025, 2 citations) exemplifies her impact, though her broader influence is evident in advancing human-robot interaction for healthcare. Notable achievements include bridging engineering and gerontology to create practical, user-centered technologies. Abe’s research not only enhances quality of life for seniors but also provides a framework for future studies on robotic assistance in home care, making her a key figure in the evolving field of assistive robotics.
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