Rianne Jansens
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390
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About
Rianne Jansens is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotics, child development, and assistive technology. Her work focuses on how robots can support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and those with severe physical disabilities, aiming to enhance their therapy, education, and overall well-being. Jansens’ major contributions include mapping robotic applications to specific therapeutic and educational objectives for children with ASD, as demonstrated in her highly cited 2016 study (126 citations). She has also advanced the field through co-creation methodologies, involving people with autism, parents, and professionals to design practical robot interventions (117 citations). Her research explores the roles, strengths, and challenges of robots in ASD interventions, and extends to using social robots like PLEO to improve the well-being of hospitalized children (43 citations). With a systematic review on robots and ICT for play in children with severe physical disabilities (43 citations), Jansens has established herself as a leader in inclusive robotics. Her recent work reflects on the potential of robotics for children with disabilities, underscoring her commitment to translating technology into meaningful, real-world benefits for vulnerable populations.
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- 5Using social robot PLEO to enhance the well-being of hospitalised children43 citations · 2020
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