Mu‐Hsing Ho
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Dr. Mu-Hsing Ho is a leading researcher in gerontology and technology adoption, with a focus on the psychosocial well-being of older immigrants. His work critically examines how loneliness, particularly exacerbated during the COVID-19 pandemic, influences the acceptance of companion technologies—including robots, apps, and the Internet—versus traditional pet ownership among aging populations. In his highly cited 2022 study on older Chinese immigrants in New Zealand, Dr. Ho demonstrated that heightened loneliness during social distancing significantly predicted openness to robotic companions, offering vital insights for culturally sensitive interventions. This research, with 15 citations, has shaped discussions on technology-based social support for marginalized older adults. Dr. Ho’s contributions bridge public health, human-computer interaction, and migration studies, providing evidence for designing inclusive digital tools that address emotional and social needs. His work is pivotal for researchers and practitioners aiming to enhance quality of life for aging immigrants through innovative, empathetic solutions.
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