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Dr. Myung Ja Kim is a leading scholar in hospitality and tourism management, with a primary research focus on the intersection of technology adoption, human-robot collaboration, and sustainable workplace diversity. Her most-cited work, a 2025 meta-analysis titled "The impact of human-robot collaboration on hotel employees," synthesizes behavioral intention data through the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) framework, offering critical insights into how hospitality workers perceive and adapt to robotic coworkers. This study has already garnered 5 citations, signaling its foundational role in an emerging field. In a complementary 2023 paper, "Embracing sustainable diversity climates in hospitality and tourism," Dr. Kim examines how prospective employees evaluate human-robot collaboration within diverse organizational cultures, earning 3 citations. Her contributions bridge technological innovation with social sustainability, providing evidence-based guidance for industry practitioners navigating automation. Dr. Kim’s work is particularly notable for its forward-looking perspective, addressing both employee well-being and operational efficiency. As a researcher, she continues to shape discourse on ethical technology integration, making her a vital voice for students and scholars exploring the future of work in hospitality.
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