Giovanna Morgavi

Institute of Electronics, Computer and Telecommunication Engineering, National Research Council

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Giovanna Morgavi is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction and gerontechnology, dedicated to ensuring that technological solutions for aging populations are not only functional but also genuinely acceptable and agreeable. Her work critically addresses the psychosocial dimensions of assistive robotics, challenging the field to prioritize user-centered design. Through the landmark NINFA project, Morgavi and her team provided foundational insights into how new technologies impact the daily lives of elderly people, a study that remains a key reference (10 citations). She has further shaped the discourse on caregiver robots by rigorously investigating the criteria for their acceptability among older adults (6 citations) and defining the essential characteristics of an ideal robotic caregiver (2 citations). Notably, her forward-thinking exploration of the requirements for a robot to "grow up" alongside its users (6 citations) introduced a novel developmental perspective to the field. By consistently foregrounding user agreeability and emotional comfort over mere technical problem-solving, Morgavi has established a vital ethical and practical framework for the future of aging-in-place technology.