Marion Hersh
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9
Total Citations
145
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About
Marion Hersh is a leading researcher in assistive robotics and inclusive technology, with a focus on empowering disabled and elderly people through human-centered design. Her work spans service robotics, tactile communication systems, and ethical considerations in robotics, addressing critical barriers to independence and social participation. Hersh’s most-cited paper, “Overcoming Barriers and Increasing Independence – Service Robots for Elderly and Disabled People” (52 citations), highlights the untapped potential of assistive robots while cautioning against designs that could increase isolation. She has conducted pioneering multi-national surveys on robotic guides for blind and visually impaired people (24 and 17 citations), revealing user attitudes and preferences that inform inclusive design specifications. Her innovative contributions include a tactile communication system enabling deafblind individuals to interact with robots (9 citations) and inductance-based soft pressure sensors for assistive applications (10 citations). Hersh also explores roboethics (4 citations), ensuring technology aligns with human dignity. Her work has garnered over 150 citations, reflecting its impact on accessible robotics and inclusive education, making her a key voice in creating technologies that truly serve diverse communities.
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- 4ICT to Support Inclusive Education11 citations · 2020
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- 9Roboethics4 citations · 2015