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Akile Zorba is a leading researcher at the intersection of healthcare, technology, and culture. Her work centers on the acceptance and integration of socially assistive robots (SARs) in health and social care, with a particular focus on how cultural factors shape professional attitudes. In her highly cited 2023 study, Zorba conducted an exploratory international online survey of nurses and midwives, revealing that cultural dimensions significantly influence the rejection of SARs’ benefits. This work, garnering 34 citations, has become foundational for understanding cross-cultural barriers to robotic adoption. She further advanced the field by investigating perceived training needs among healthcare professionals worldwide, highlighting the critical gap between technological capability and workforce readiness. Her 2023 paper on this topic (15 citations) underscores the necessity of culturally sensitive training programs. Zorba’s research is notable for its global scope and practical implications, directly informing how healthcare systems can prepare for an AI-integrated future. By bridging robotics, nursing, and cultural psychology, she provides essential insights for policymakers, educators, and technologists aiming to implement socially assistive technologies in diverse care settings.
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