Joshua Duzan
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About
Joshua Duzan is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of gerontechnology and human-robot interaction, with a focused mission to improve the quality of life for persons living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (PLWD). His work centers on leveraging social robotics to deliver cognitive and functional support that is both accessible and engaging. Duzan’s most impactful contribution is his 2023 study on using a social robot to facilitate reminiscence therapy (RT) for PLWD, demonstrating that robotic facilitation can improve mood and communication—traditionally limited by the need for professional therapists. This work has garnered 34 citations, signaling its influence in the field. He has further advanced this line of inquiry by developing a social-robot-facilitated performance assessment of self-care skills, offering a novel, scalable tool for evaluating daily living capabilities in home settings. Through his assessments of humanoid partners during home-based activities, Duzan is laying the groundwork for affordable, robot-assisted care that empowers both patients and caregivers. His research promises to democratize access to evidence-based cognitive interventions, making him a key figure in the future of dementia care technology.
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