Sarah Darrow

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Dr. Sarah Darrow is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focused expertise in developing robotic systems for mental health support. Her primary research area centers on the design and application of assistive robots for therapeutic intervention, particularly for individuals coping with trauma, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. Dr. Darrow’s major contribution is the creation of **Therabot™**, an adaptive robotic therapy support system that takes the form of a floppy-eared, lap-sized dog. This innovative robot is designed to supplement traditional therapy by providing accessible, in-home support for patients who may not be able to care for a live animal. Her foundational work, detailed in her 2018 paper "Therabot-an Adaptive Therapeutic Support Robot" (10 citations), demonstrates the robot's potential to deliver the benefits of animal-assisted therapy in a scalable, low-maintenance form. A subsequent paper (4 citations) further explores Therabot’s application for trauma-related conditions. By bridging robotics and clinical psychology, Dr. Darrow is creating tangible, compassionate tools that extend therapeutic reach beyond the clinic, making her a notable figure in the emerging field of socially assistive robotics.