Daan Veldhuis

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Daan Veldhuis is a leading researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction and child health care, with a primary focus on co-designing social robots to support pediatric well-being. His most-cited work, "Co-designing a social robot for child health care" (2023, 15 citations), pioneers a participatory approach to developing robotic behaviors that are both engaging and clinically effective for young patients. Veldhuis’s major contribution lies in bridging the gap between technical robot design and real-world healthcare needs, demonstrating how involving children, parents, and clinicians in the design process yields more acceptable and impactful interventions. His research addresses critical questions about how social robots can be integrated into routine child health programs, from vaccination support to chronic disease management. By emphasizing user-centered methodologies, Veldhuis has established a framework that ensures these technologies are not only innovative but also practical and empathetic. His work has been recognized for its potential to transform pediatric care, making him a notable figure in the growing field of socially assistive robotics. With a citation trajectory that underscores growing interest, Veldhuis continues to shape how robots can become trusted partners in child healthcare.