Guihua Xu

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Guihua Xu is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of nursing science and healthcare robotics. Her work focuses on the ethical integration of robotic systems into clinical practice, particularly in health education and inpatient care. In a landmark 2024 qualitative study, Xu identified critical ethical risks in robot-delivered health education, grounding her analysis in the European Union’s Responsible Research and Innovation framework—a contribution that has already garnered 9 citations. Her 2025 two-phase study demonstrated that nursing robots can significantly reduce workload in general adult wards, quantifying the extent to which automation can replace routine nursing tasks. Complementing this, Xu explored Chinese nurses’ perspectives on robotic health education, revealing both acceptance and concerns that inform future implementation strategies. Her research is notable for bridging technical feasibility with human-centered ethics, ensuring that automation enhances—rather than undermines—the quality of care. With a growing citation record and a focus on real-world clinical impact, Xu is shaping how healthcare systems responsibly adopt robotics amid global nursing shortages.