Jennifer M. Springman

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Jennifer M. Springman’s research lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction and gerontechnology, with a focus on how older adults perceive and accept assistive robots for independent living. Her most-cited work, “Older Adults’ Acceptance of Assistive Robots for the Home” (2011, 8 citations), provides foundational insights into the factors—such as perceived usefulness, ease of use, and social influence—that shape seniors’ willingness to adopt robotic aids. Supported by a National Institute on Aging grant (P01 AG17211) through the Center for Research and Education on Aging and Technology Enhancement (CREATE), this study helped bridge the gap between engineering design and real-world user needs. Springman’s contributions are particularly notable for centering the voices of aging populations in technology development, challenging assumptions that older adults are inherently resistant to innovation. Her work has informed subsequent research on robot design for aging-in-place and has been cited in reviews of assistive technology acceptance. By combining rigorous methodology with a human-centered perspective, Springman has advanced our understanding of how to create technologies that truly serve an aging society.