R. Muralidharan
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R. Muralidharan is a human-robot interaction researcher whose work explores how autonomous social robots can support psychological well-being, particularly among older adults. Their key research areas include socially assistive robotics, human-robot interaction, and positive technology—designing robots that foster reflection, meaning, and purpose. Muralidharan’s major contribution is the development and evaluation of an autonomous robot that guides older adults through *ikigai* reflection—a Japanese concept of life’s worth and purpose. Their 2024 paper, “Let’s Talk About You,” introduces a fully autonomous system that helps users articulate and renew their sense of meaning as life circumstances change, moving beyond earlier Wizard-of-Oz prototypes. This work has already garnered 9 citations, signaling its timely relevance in an aging society. By integrating psychological frameworks with embodied AI, Muralidharan advances the field of socially assistive robotics, demonstrating that robots can do more than assist with tasks—they can support deep, personal introspection. Their research is notable for its human-centered design and its potential to address loneliness and existential well-being in later life, making it a compelling model for future work in affective and reflective human-robot interaction.
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