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Irene Borgini is an emerging researcher at the intersection of assistive robotics, human-robot interaction, and cognitive science, with a particular focus on developing technological interventions for vulnerable populations. Her work explores how social robots — most notably the humanoid platforms Pepper and Tom — can be harnessed to support individuals with cognitive decline, Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), and autism spectrum conditions. Borgini's most influential contribution to date examines the use of robotics for cognitive stimulation and social skills development in dementia-related conditions, already accumulating 8 citations since its 2025 publication. Alongside this, her critical assessment of assistive robotics for autistic children — evaluating real-world therapeutic outcomes, ethical considerations, and practical limitations over a structured four-month laboratory — has garnered 4 citations, demonstrating growing recognition of her rigorous, evidence-based approach. Beyond therapeutic applications, Borgini advances the technical frontier of human-robot interaction through personalized multimedia content systems and multimodal speech-image coordination, making robot-mediated learning more adaptive and engaging. Collectively, her research signals a distinctive commitment to bridging clinical need with innovative robotics design, positioning her as a compelling voice in the rapidly evolving field of socially assistive technology.