Urszula Religioni

Postgraduate School of Molecular Medicine

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Urszula Religioni is a prominent researcher in health psychology and gerontechnology, with a focus on the intersection of human-robot interaction and elderly care. Her work explores the psychosocial determinants shaping attitudes toward social robots, particularly among older adults and caregivers. In her highly cited 2023 study, "Determinants of Attitude to a Humanoid Social Robot in Care for Older Adults: A Post-Interaction Study," Religioni employed the Godspeed Questionnaire Series to uncover key factors—such as perceived anthropomorphism and likeability—that influence acceptance of assistive robots. This research addresses a critical gap in understanding how technology can be integrated into aging populations, with implications for improving quality of life and reducing caregiver burden. With over 7 citations in a short time, her work is gaining traction in robotics and healthcare fields. Religioni’s contributions are notable for bridging empirical psychology with applied robotics, offering actionable insights for designing more acceptable and effective care technologies. Her research continues to shape debates on ethical and practical dimensions of robotic assistance in aging societies.