Satu Parjanen
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About
Satu Parjanen is a leading researcher at the intersection of innovation management, knowledge brokerage, and the societal integration of robotics, particularly within welfare services. Her work critically examines how human-robot interaction can be effectively managed amidst rapid technological and demographic change. Parjanen’s most impactful contribution lies in mapping the innovation ecosystems required for care robotics. Her 2023 study, cited 10 times, investigates decision-makers’ perspectives on the opportunities and challenges of robotics in welfare, providing a crucial framework for managing these transitions. Complementing this, her 2021 paper (7 citations) pioneers the analysis of knowledge brokerage needs within care robotics networks, identifying the essential functions that bridge cooperation gaps between diverse actors. By focusing on the often-overlooked human and organizational dimensions of technological adoption, Parjanen offers actionable insights for policymakers and practitioners. Her work is vital for students and researchers aiming to understand not just the technical, but the socio-managerial challenges of building resilient, human-centered innovation ecosystems in an aging society.
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