A. Afyouni
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A. Afyouni is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a primary focus on socially assistive robotics (SAR) for healthcare and rehabilitation. Their work explores how autonomous robots can be integrated into real-world clinical settings to improve patient quality of life. In their highly cited 2022 study, "Living one week with an autonomous Pepper in a rehabilitation center," Afyouni and their team deployed a fully autonomous Pepper robot in a rehabilitation center for an entire week, documenting critical lessons on patient cohabitation, acceptance, and the practical challenges of long-term deployment. This field study, which has garnered 9 citations, provides foundational insights for designing robots that can operate safely and effectively alongside vulnerable populations. By bridging the gap between controlled lab experiments and messy clinical realities, Afyouni’s work directly informs the development of more empathetic, reliable, and socially intelligent assistive technologies, making a tangible impact on the future of automated patient care and rehabilitation therapy.
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