Ha Yul Kim

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Dr. Ha Yul Kim is a leading voice in the emerging field of human-robot interaction, with a focused expertise on the technological and psychological factors driving the acceptance of care robots among older adult populations. Her work directly addresses a critical bottleneck in gerontechnology: the gap between robotic capabilities and real-world user adoption. In her most-cited study, "Factors Affecting the Acceptance of Care Robots by Older Adults: Focusing on Technical Factors," Dr. Kim provides a foundational framework for understanding how specific design elements—such as ease of use, reliability, and perceived safety—influence an older adult’s willingness to integrate robotic assistance into their daily lives. This research is vital for engineers and policymakers aiming to design systems that are not only functional but genuinely welcomed by their intended users. By centering the perspective of a demographic often overlooked in tech development, Dr. Kim’s work has significant implications for aging-in-place strategies and the future of eldercare. Her contributions are helping to shape a more inclusive, user-centered approach to assistive robotics.