Andrea Luna Tacci
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Dr. Andrea Luna Tacci is a leading voice in the intersection of gerontology and human-robot interaction, with a primary focus on developing socially assistive robotics (SAR) for aging populations. Her most cited work, a 2023 systematic review on SAR for patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), has garnered 19 citations and established her as a key synthesizer of this rapidly evolving field. Tacci’s core contribution lies in mapping the specific challenges and opportunities of deploying robotic companions for predementia care, arguing that these tools can meaningfully slow cognitive and social decline when designed with empathy and clinical rigor. By bridging robotics engineering with geriatric psychology, she has helped define a new interdisciplinary standard for technology-assisted elder care. Her research is particularly notable for its emphasis on real-world applicability, moving beyond lab-based prototypes to address the practical, ethical, and emotional needs of both patients and caregivers. As societies in Western countries grapple with unprecedented demographic shifts, Tacci’s work provides a critical roadmap for integrating compassionate technology into the fabric of long-term care.
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