Jun Suzurikawa

National Rehabilitation Center for Persons with Disabilities

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Dr. Jun Suzurikawa is a leading researcher in assistive robotics, dedicated to enhancing the independence and quality of life for older adults and individuals with disabilities. His work centers on the development and real-world evaluation of robotic systems that support daily living, with a particular focus on information support robots (ISRs) and transfer assist robots. A key contribution is his investigation into how ISRs affect the daily activity and sleep patterns of older people living alone, demonstrating the tangible impact of these technologies in actual living environments (19 citations). Dr. Suzurikawa is also instrumental in advancing the "Roboticbed®," a combined electric bed and wheelchair system. Through rigorous user-needs analysis and risk assessment, he has refined this transfer assist robot to improve its practicality and safety, ensuring it meets the critical demands of users with severe disabilities who seek greater self-reliance. His work, including a highly cited 2021 study, bridges the gap between robotic engineering and geriatric care, providing essential insights for creating supportive, autonomous living solutions.