Eun Mi Kim
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Dr. Eun Mi Kim is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of gerontology, immigrant health, and human-robot interaction. Her work centers on addressing social isolation and health disparities among older adult immigrant populations, with a particular focus on Korean American communities. In her landmark 2024 pilot study, "Exploring the Use of Socially Assistive Robots Among Socially Isolated Korean American Older Adults," Dr. Kim demonstrated that socially assistive robots (SARs) can positively influence health behaviors and emotional well-being in this vulnerable group. With 30 participants aged 65 and older in a large metropolitan area, her research provided critical early evidence that older Korean American immigrants are receptive to robotic companionship, challenging stereotypes about technology adoption among aging populations. This work has already garnered 26 citations, signaling its growing influence. Dr. Kim’s contributions are vital in an era of rapid aging and increasing cultural diversity, offering culturally sensitive, technology-driven solutions to combat loneliness and improve quality of life. Her research bridges engineering, social work, and public health, making her a key voice in the future of equitable, person-centered gerontechnology.
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