Shiori Suzuki

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Shiori Suzuki is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focused interest in the emotional and psychological dimensions of assistive robotics, particularly within elderly care. Her seminal work, "A Study on Emotional Influence of Shapes of Care-Worker Support Robot" (2003), remains a foundational reference in the field, exploring how the physical design of care robots impacts the emotional well-being of care recipients. Through systematic surveys conducted with both facility staff and elderly users, Suzuki demonstrated that robot morphology—from anthropomorphic to abstract forms—significantly influences user comfort, trust, and acceptance. This early contribution, cited by subsequent studies in gerontechnology and social robotics, established her as a key voice in human-centered robot design. While her citation count reflects the niche yet critical nature of her work, Suzuki’s research has informed broader discussions on ethical design and user experience in assistive technologies. Her findings continue to resonate with engineers, designers, and caregivers seeking to create robots that are not only functional but emotionally supportive, underscoring the importance of empathy in technological innovation for aging populations.