Christa Lohrmann
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Christa Lohrmann’s research sits at the vital intersection of geriatric nursing, dementia care, and human-robot interaction. Her work explores how technology, particularly humanoid socially assistive robots (SARs), can support the complex physical and psychosocial needs of people living with dementia. In her most-cited study, a qualitative investigation involving 11 focus groups with informal caregivers, nurses, and dementia trainers, Lohrmann uncovered critical expectations for how these robots could alleviate caregiver burden while preserving patient dignity. This work, published in 2021 and garnering 23 citations, is foundational for understanding the nuanced human factors that must guide the design and deployment of assistive technologies in elder care. By centering the voices of those on the front lines, Lohrmann’s research moves beyond technical feasibility to address real-world ethical and emotional considerations. Her contributions are shaping a more compassionate, person-centered approach to integrating robotics into long-term care, ensuring that innovation serves both the cared-for and the caregiver.
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