Hisashi Onari
Papers
6
Total Citations
73
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5
About
Hisashi Onari is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotics and geriatric care, whose work has fundamentally advanced the use of pet-type robots in dementia therapy. His primary research areas include robot therapy for elderly individuals with dementia, human-robot interaction in nursing homes, and smart manufacturing systems for engineer-to-order production. Onari’s most significant contributions lie in demonstrating the quantitative benefits of robot-assisted recreation for dementia patients, proving that interactions with robotic pets can measurably improve cognitive function and emotional well-being. His landmark 2008 paper, with 32 citations, established a framework for game-based recreation using pet-type robots, while his 2006 study on effective intervention methods (10 citations) provided practical protocols for therapists. Onari’s work has been instrumental in moving robot therapy from anecdotal observation to evidence-based practice, showing that even patients with heavy dementia can benefit from structured robotic interactions. Beyond healthcare, he has also contributed to manufacturing efficiency with his 2019 paper on smart operating systems for parts utilization. Through his sustained focus on quantifying therapeutic outcomes and designing effective robotic interventions, Onari has helped shape the field of socially assistive robotics, making him a key figure in the development of non-pharmacological interventions for dementia care.
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- 4Study on transition of elderly people's reactions in robot therapy5 citations · 2016
- 5Effective method of animal-robot assisted therapy for heavy dementia5 citations · 2005
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