Kaori Fukayama
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Dr. Kaori Fukayama is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of gerontology, education, and human-robot interaction. Her work focuses on developing innovative pedagogical tools to foster intergenerational understanding, particularly in dementia care education. In her most cited study (2018, 3 citations), she created and evaluated teaching materials incorporating the humanoid robot Pepper to help elementary school students—training as “dementia supporters”—learn how to practically and empathetically interact with elderly individuals experiencing dementia. By using the robot to model representative symptoms, Dr. Fukayama’s approach bridges a critical gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application, making complex geriatric concepts accessible to young learners. Though her citation count is modest, her work is notable for its creative, hands-on methodology and its potential to shape early attitudes toward aging populations. Dr. Fukayama’s contributions lie at the forefront of socially assistive robotics in education, demonstrating how technology can cultivate compassion and practical skills in the next generation of caregivers and community supporters.
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