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Stephanie Tulk Jesso is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of healthcare, human-centered AI, and collaborative robotics. Her work fundamentally reimagines how technology can support—rather than replace—nurses and patients in clinical settings. In her highly cited systematic review (31 citations), she critically assessed the evidence for collaborative robots, or "cobots," arguing for designs that free nurses to focus on high-value caregiving rather than full automation. She further advances this vision by exploring human-centered AI to reduce hospital falls, particularly during high-risk toileting activities, where her work identifies opportunities to enhance patient-nurse interactions (5 citations). In a thoughtful critique (2 citations), she bridges optimism and reality by advocating for cognitively inspired AI that respects the complexity of healthcare environments. Tulk Jesso’s contributions are notable for their ethical rigor and practical focus, positioning her as a leading voice in shaping a future where technology amplifies human care. Her research is essential reading for anyone interested in the responsible integration of robotics and AI into nursing and patient safety.