Anam Afaq

Papers

Total Citations

228

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About

Anam Afaq is a forward-thinking researcher at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, and the hospitality industry, with a particular focus on crisis management and pandemic response. Her work has been instrumental in shaping how the travel and tourism sector can leverage technology to ensure safety and continuity during global health emergencies. Her most cited paper, "Role of artificial intelligence and robotics to foster the touchless travel during a pandemic: a review and research agenda" (2021, 196 citations), provides a foundational framework for integrating AI and robotics to minimize human contact in travel, offering a critical roadmap for the industry's post-pandemic recovery. She further explores this theme in "The Rise of Robots to Help Combat Covid-19" (2021, 32 citations), which examines the practical deployment of robotic systems in hospitality and tourism settings to enforce social distancing and reduce viral transmission. Afaq's work is notable for its timely, actionable insights that bridge theoretical research with real-world application, making her a key voice in discussions on resilient, technology-driven hospitality systems. Her research agenda has inspired further studies and practical innovations in touchless travel, establishing her as a significant contributor to the field.