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Hironori Ohsugi is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of geriatric neuroscience and human-robot interaction, whose work focuses on non-pharmacological interventions for cognitive decline. His primary research areas include robot-assisted activity (RAA), dementia care, and the neurophysiological effects of human-robot engagement. Ohsugi’s most influential study, “Psychological and Neurophysiological Effects of Robot Assisted Activity in Elderly People With Cognitive Decline” (2020, 16 citations), demonstrated that RAA using communication robots can produce immediate positive changes in psychological and neurological indices among elderly individuals with cognitive decline. This work provides crucial evidence for RAA as a viable tool for alleviating behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). His subsequent studies (2023, 5 citations; 2020, 5 citations) further clarify how cognitive function levels influence the effectiveness of robot-assisted activities, examining both elderly individuals with and without cognitive decline. By measuring neurological activity and psychological responses, Ohsugi has established a scientific foundation for integrating social robots into elder care settings. His research offers promising alternatives to pharmacological treatments, potentially improving quality of life for aging populations worldwide.