Romina Carrasco

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Dr. Romina Carrasco is a leading researcher in gerontechnology, focusing on the meaningful integration of digital tools into residential aged care. Her work critically examines how technologies like tablets, virtual reality, and social robots can enhance quality of life for older adults, moving beyond simple deployment to understand the complex social and emotional dynamics at play. Her highly cited 2018 study, "Deploying new technology in residential aged care," with 32 citations, provides foundational insights into the challenges and opportunities of introducing these innovations into long-term care settings. Dr. Carrasco’s research is distinguished by its person-centered approach, emphasizing that successful technology adoption depends on aligning with residents’ preferences, staff workflows, and the unique culture of each facility. Her contributions are shaping best practices for aged care providers and influencing policy discussions on digital inclusion for older populations. By bridging human-computer interaction with gerontology, Dr. Carrasco is helping to ensure that technological progress in aged care is both compassionate and effective.