Tomoko Nariai
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About
Tomoko Nariai is a researcher advancing human-robot interaction for dementia care, with a focus on improving quality of life for older adults in aged care facilities. Her core work centers on developing and evaluating robot-assisted recreation (RAR) systems, addressing a critical gap: while recreational activities are known to benefit older adults with dementia, they are often underutilized due to staff burden and a lack of simple, field-level evaluation methods. Nariai’s major contribution is pioneering the use of speech analysis as an objective, non-invasive tool to measure the effectiveness of RAR. Her 2021 study on speech analysis to evaluate RAR (4 citations) and subsequent 2022 work on developing a recreation system based on operational assessments (3 citations) demonstrate a systematic approach to solving real-world implementation challenges. By designing scenario-based programs that reduce loneliness and engage participants, Nariai provides scientific evidence for RAR’s benefits. Her research not only advances assistive robotics but also offers practical solutions for care facilities, making her a notable voice in gerontechnology and human-centered robotics.
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