Hae Won Park

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Hae Won Park is a prominent researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, social robotics, and inclusive design, with a particular focus on underserved and vulnerable populations. Her work challenges conventional approaches to robot development by centering the voices of those most likely to benefit from these technologies. In her notable 2024 study, "Promising Directions for Human-Robot Interactions Defined by Older Adults," Park and her collaborators tackled a critical gap in the field: the systematic exclusion of older adults from the very design processes meant to serve them. By foregrounding the perspectives, preferences, and lived experiences of this population, her research offers a participatory roadmap for developing more relevant and respectful social robot interactions. Already accumulating 16 citations since publication, this work signals growing recognition of its importance within the robotics and HRI communities. Park's contributions push the field toward more ethically grounded, user-driven design frameworks, making her a compelling voice for researchers and students interested in aging, accessibility, and the future of human-centered robotics.