Jaakko Hallila
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About
Jaakko Hallila is a leading researcher in the intersection of gerontechnology, robotics ethics, and cross-cultural health policy. His work centers on understanding how older adults, family carers, and care professionals perceive and accept home-care robots—a critical issue as societies age. Hallila’s major contribution lies in his pioneering cross-national comparative studies, primarily across Finland, Ireland, and Japan. His most cited work (53 citations) explores perceptions toward home-care robots in these three countries, revealing how cultural context shapes technology acceptance. He further developed a groundbreaking model explaining users’ ethical perceptions of care robots, addressing a significant gap in the literature. With over 100 combined citations across his key papers, Hallila’s research provides actionable insights for policymakers and designers aiming to implement assistive technologies that respect user autonomy and dignity. His work is notable for its rigorous comparative methodology and its focus on real-world implementation challenges, making him a vital voice in the global conversation on ageing in place.
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