Nazia Ahmed
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Total Citations
59
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About
Nazia Ahmed is a leading researcher in the intersection of gerontechnology and dementia care, with a primary focus on the human-centered implementation of telepresence robots in long-term care (LTC) settings. Her work critically examines how robotic platforms—such as the Double 3—can maintain vital social connections during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic. Ahmed’s major contributions include pioneering qualitative studies that capture the nuanced experiences of all stakeholders: residents, family members, and frontline staff. Her most cited paper (30 citations) reveals how telepresence robots provided a lifeline for virtual visits in British Columbia LTC homes over 4–12 months, while her subsequent work (22 citations) uniquely centers on the often-overlooked perspectives of dementia care staff who operate these technologies. More recently, her 2025 study (7 citations) explores the evolving role of care partners, addressing the emotional toll of transitioning from primary caregiver to visitor. By foregrounding real-world experiences over technical metrics, Ahmed’s research offers actionable insights for designing compassionate, scalable robotic interventions in aging populations. Her work stands out for its timely, empathetic approach to technology adoption in vulnerable communities.
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- 2Working with a robot in hospital and long-term care homes: staff experience22 citations · 2024
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