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Ren Ohmura is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focus on creating intuitive and socially engaging robotic systems. His work centers on anthropomorphization—the process of making robots and everyday objects more relatable by attaching humanoid parts, thereby enhancing communication and user acceptance. One of his most influential contributions is the development of *Terapio*, a medical round-assistance robot designed to support hospital staff by autonomously delivering materials and recording data during doctors’ rounds. This innovation, with 16 citations, addresses critical needs in healthcare efficiency. Ohmura’s research also explores muscle fatigue assessment for massage robots, aiming to alleviate physical strain on therapists while maintaining human-like therapeutic motions. His notable paper on “Using Attachable Humanoid Parts for Realizing Imaginary Intention and Body Image” (49 citations) demonstrates how simple modifications can evoke complex social responses, bridging the gap between human intention and robotic embodiment. Through projects like the *PROT* agent, which projects an embodied presence anywhere in a room, Ohmura has advanced intelligible, user-friendly interaction paradigms. His work continues to shape assistive robotics, making technology more accessible and empathetic in clinical and everyday settings.