Alexandra Sanders

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Alexandra Sanders is a leading voice in the critical intersection of gerontology, technology, and long-term care policy. Her research investigates how artificial intelligence—from robotics to chatbots—is reshaping care for older adults, particularly in nursing homes facing severe staffing shortages. Her seminal work, "Breaking or Repairing Long-Term Care for Older People?" (2025), has rapidly garnered 2 citations, establishing her as a key analyst of the global push to technologize elder care. Sanders’ major contribution lies in critically evaluating whether these innovations genuinely repair a broken system or risk further depersonalizing care. She highlights the tension between policymakers’ enthusiasm for AI-driven solutions and the ethical, practical realities of implementation in under-resourced facilities. By framing the long-term care sector as a prime market for technologists amid a growing ageing population, Sanders provides a much-needed cautionary and constructive perspective. Her work is essential reading for students and researchers navigating the complex future of ageing, technology, and social welfare.