Elizabeth Ozanne

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Elizabeth Ozanne is a leading researcher in gerontology and technology, whose work focuses on enabling older adults to age in place and maintain social connectedness. Her most impactful contribution is a seminal systematic review on robotics in aged care (2012, 70 citations), which critically evaluated the potential of assistive robots to support independent living at home. This work has become a foundational reference for researchers and policymakers exploring technology-driven solutions for aging populations. Ozanne also investigates the digital divide among seniors, as highlighted in her study on older people and social participation (2016, 21 citations), which examines how information and communication technologies (ICTs) can foster community engagement and combat social isolation. Her research bridges engineering, social policy, and human-centered design, emphasizing practical, ethical implementations of technology. With a career dedicated to improving quality of life for the elderly, Ozanne’s work has shaped discourse on aging-in-place technologies and continues to inform interdisciplinary approaches to gerontechnology.