Papers
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Total Citations
87
H-Index
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About
M. Naganuma is a pioneering researcher in the field of robot-assisted activity and therapy (RAA/RAT), with a career dedicated to understanding how robotic companions can improve human well-being. Their work focuses on the design and application of robotic pets—particularly for elderly individuals with dementia and hospitalized children. Naganuma’s most influential paper (41 citations) established the necessary conditions for companion robots in therapeutic settings, laying the groundwork for human-robot interaction in care environments. They demonstrated that remote-controlled robots can be as effective as autonomous ones in stimulating social engagement and improving quality of life, as shown in fieldwork at nursing homes and pediatric wards. Notably, their 2015 study on robotic pets for nursing home residents with dementia (12 citations) highlighted how these devices can serve as gaze targets and catalysts for social interaction, promoting self-reliance. Naganuma’s cumulative work, spanning over a decade, has shaped the practical deployment of robotic pets in rehabilitation and therapy, bridging robotics with compassionate care. Their contributions remain foundational for researchers exploring non-pharmacological interventions in geriatric and pediatric healthcare.
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Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1Studies on necessary condition of companion robot in the RAA application41 citations · 2004
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- 3Utilization of remote control technique for effective RAA and RAT11 citations · 2006
- 4Trial of robot assisted activity using robotic pets in children hospital10 citations · 2004
- 5Trial of robot assisted rehabilitation using robotic pet7 citations · 2008
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