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Jed Montayre is a gerontology researcher whose work centers on the intersection of aging, technology, and culturally diverse older adult populations, with a particular focus on Chinese immigrant communities in New Zealand. His research addresses the complex social and health challenges faced by older migrants as they age in a foreign country, exploring how loneliness, social isolation, and cultural factors shape their experiences and needs. Montayre's most impactful contribution examines how loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic influenced older Chinese immigrants' willingness to accept technological companions — including robots, apps, and internet-based tools — versus traditional pet ownership. This timely study, which has garnered 15 citations, highlights the critical role of social connection in shaping technology adoption among aging populations during public health crises. His subsequent work identifying preferred appearance and functional requirements of aged care robots among this population further underscores his commitment to culturally responsive, human-centered approaches to assistive technology design. Through his research, Montayre contributes meaningfully to gerontology, healthcare technology, and migrant health policy, advocating for solutions that genuinely reflect the preferences and lived realities of vulnerable older adults navigating the dual challenges of aging and cultural displacement.
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