Marjut Lemivaara
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Dr. Marjut Lemivaara is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of gerontology, human-robot interaction, and social welfare. Her work fundamentally explores how emerging technologies can address the profound challenges of late-life loneliness, particularly within assisted living facilities. Her most-cited paper, “Can robots tackle late-life loneliness? Scanning of future opportunities and challenges in assisted living facilities” (2020, 60 citations), is a landmark synthesis that critically evaluates the potential of social robots and communication technologies to mitigate both emotional and social isolation among older adults. By drawing on diverse literature from elder care and social robotics, Lemivaara provides a nuanced framework that balances technological optimism with the ethical and practical complexities of implementation. Her contributions are vital for shaping humane, person-centered approaches to aging in place, offering a roadmap for designers, caregivers, and policymakers. Through her forward-looking scholarship, Lemivaara has established herself as a key voice in the discourse on dignified, technology-enhanced elder care, inspiring further research into how innovation can serve society’s most vulnerable members.
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