Catharina Vesterager Hansen
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Catharina Vesterager Hansen’s research lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction, gerontechnology, and social psychology, with a focus on how older adults perceive and accept robotic systems. Her most cited work, “Attitudinal Change in Elderly Citizens Toward Social Robots: The Role of Personality Traits and Beliefs About Robot Functionality” (2015, 67 citations), is a landmark pilot study that investigates whether and how attitudes toward robots can shift over time. By examining the interplay of personality traits and beliefs about robot functionality, Hansen provides critical insights into the psychological barriers and facilitators of technology adoption among aging populations. Her findings underscore that attitudes are not static but can evolve through exposure and tailored interaction, offering practical guidance for designing more acceptable robotic aids. This work has shaped subsequent research on social robotics and aging, influencing both academic discourse and applied design in eldercare. Hansen’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging theoretical models of attitude change with real-world implications, making her a key voice in the effort to create empathetic, user-centered robotic technologies.
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