Alice Bennett
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Dr. Alice Bennett is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on socially assistive robotics in residential care settings. Her work bridges the gap between gerontechnology and care for younger adults with complex needs, challenging the assumption that assistive robots are only relevant for elderly populations. In her landmark pilot study—the first of its kind to explore staff acceptability of a socially assistive robot in a residential care facility accommodating people under 65 years old—Dr. Bennett demonstrated that staff perceptions and ease-of-use are critical determinants of successful robot integration. This foundational research, which has garnered 24 citations, has opened new avenues for deploying robotic assistance in understudied care environments. By centering the voices of care staff and emphasizing usability, Dr. Bennett’s contributions are shaping more inclusive, person-centered approaches to assistive technology. Her work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in the intersection of robotics, healthcare, and social inclusion.
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