Hana Lee
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Dr. Hana Lee is a leading researcher in gerontechnology and socially assistive robotics, with a focus on improving mental health and quality of life for older adults. Her most cited work, a 2020 study on the Korean social robot Hyodol, demonstrates the profound impact of human-robot interaction in community-dwelling seniors. Conducted with 169 older adults living alone in Seoul’s Guro-gu, this study showed that Hyodol—which provides daily living management, emotional support, and cognitive stimulation—significantly reduced depressive symptoms (SGDS-K scores dropping from 6.28 to 3.40) and improved quality of life (EQ-5D scores rising from 0.75 to 0.78). With 15 citations, this work has become a cornerstone in evidence-based robotic interventions for aging populations. Dr. Lee’s contributions bridge nursing, robotics, and public health, offering scalable solutions to combat loneliness and depression among seniors. Her research not only advances assistive technology but also provides actionable insights for policymakers and healthcare providers seeking to integrate social robots into elder care. Dr. Lee’s work continues to inspire new studies on culturally tailored robotic care, making her a pivotal figure in aging and technology research.
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