Dean McDonnell

Institute of Technology Carlow, Munster Technological University

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Dean McDonnell’s research lies at the vital intersection of gerontechnology, artificial intelligence, and elder care, with a particular focus on dementia and abuse prevention. His most cited work, “6G and Artificial Intelligence Technologies for Dementia Care” (2022, 37 citations), is a landmark literature review that systematically maps how next-generation connectivity and AI can revolutionize dementia interventions—addressing the urgent gap left by traditional, labor-intensive care models as the global population ages. McDonnell’s forward-looking analysis identifies concrete pathways for smart monitoring, predictive analytics, and remote support, positioning him as a key voice in technology-enabled aging. More recently, his 2025 study “Older People Abuse in China: How Can Technologies Help?” tackles the underreported crisis of nanny-induced elder abuse, proposing tech-based screening and surveillance solutions to compensate for inconsistent professional training. Though newly published, this work signals his commitment to translating technical innovation into real-world protection for vulnerable older adults. McDonnell’s research is essential reading for students and scholars exploring how AI and 6G can be ethically deployed to safeguard dignity and health in later life.