Ana Jegundo

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Ana Jegundo is a researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, gerontechnology, and ethical robotics. Her work focuses on the critical challenge of integrating socially assistive robots into ageing societies, with a particular emphasis on voice-enabled communication as a natural interface for elderly users. In her most cited paper, "Speaking robots: The challenges of acceptance by the ageing society" (2017, 9 citations), Jegundo demonstrates how dialogue capabilities are essential for fostering comfort and trust among older adults, arguing that speech-based interaction is key to overcoming adoption barriers. She also contributed to "Verification Methodology of Ethical Compliance for Users, Researchers and Developers of Personal Care Robots" (2017, 3 citations), addressing the pressing need for standardized ethical frameworks in care robotics. Though her citation counts are modest, Jegundo’s work is foundational in highlighting the socio-technical and ethical dimensions of robot acceptance among vulnerable populations. Her research is particularly relevant for students and scholars exploring user-centered design, assistive technology, and ethical AI in healthcare.