Yurie Maeda
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Yurie Maeda is a leading researcher in the intersection of assistive robotics, disability policy, and quality of life for aging populations. Her work critically examines how care robots can function as enabling technologies rather than merely compensatory tools, aligning with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. In her highly influential 2023 paper, "Care robots as enabling assistive technology: implications for quality of life and disability policy," Maeda analyzes data showing that over half of older adults in the European Union-28 face difficulties with personal care or household activities. She argues that robotics holds transformative potential to enhance autonomy and social participation, provided it is designed and implemented within a rights-based framework. While her citation count is still growing, this foundational work has already shaped discussions in gerontechnology and disability studies. Maeda’s research is notable for bridging engineering, ethics, and policy, offering a nuanced perspective that challenges purely medical models of disability. Her contributions are particularly relevant for students and researchers interested in human-centered robotics, inclusive design, and the societal implications of emerging technologies for vulnerable populations.
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