Hyunji Keum
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Hyunji Keum is a researcher at the forefront of gerontechnology and care robotics, focusing on the intersection of aging populations and caregiver well-being. Her work primarily investigates how robotic assistance can alleviate the physical and emotional burdens faced by formal caregivers, particularly in the demanding context of excretion care for older adults. In her highly cited 2023 study, Keum quantitatively compared the physical care burden between manual human care using paper diapers and robot-aided care, revealing critical insights into how technology can either reduce or inadvertently increase caregiver strain. This research has garnered 4 citations, marking it as a foundational contribution to the emerging field of robotic long-term care. By addressing the pressing global challenge of caregiver shortages amid rapidly aging societies, Keum’s work provides evidence-based guidance for integrating care robots into daily routines. Her findings are pivotal for policymakers, healthcare institutions, and engineers designing assistive technologies, ensuring that innovation genuinely supports—rather than complicates—the vital work of caregivers.
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