Papers
4
Total Citations
45
H-Index
3
About
Youji Kohda’s research lies at the vital intersection of human-robot interaction, cognitive assistance, and the future of work. His most impactful work explores the deployment of companion robots in dementia care, where he critically examines technology acceptance from the perspectives of caregivers, receivers, and administrators. Through long-term studies with a baby-like interactive robot, Kohda has shown that while such robots can positively affect older people with dementia, they also introduce significant burdens on nursing staff, including learning curves, hygiene concerns, and fear of breakdowns. This nuanced understanding has earned his 2023 paper 23 citations, establishing a framework for more human-centered robotic implementation. Kohda also contributes to the theory of trust in cognitive assistants, developing a framework for how people interact with AI-driven decision tools. His work on 21st-century skills, “Mastering Creating Value,” addresses how humans must adapt to compete and collaborate with AI and robots. With a career spanning practical robotics deployment and foundational trust theory, Kohda’s research is essential for anyone designing technology that must be accepted, trusted, and effectively integrated into sensitive human environments.
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- 3Mastering Creating Value5 citations · 2020
- 4Interactive Baby Robot for Seniors with Dementia2 citations · 2024