Vincent Rialle

Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Université Joseph Fourier

Papers

Total Citations

115

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About

Vincent Rialle is a pioneering researcher in health informatics and gerontechnology, best known for his foundational work on health smart homes. His research focuses on leveraging technology to support autonomous living for vulnerable populations, including the elderly, individuals with chronic diseases, and those with disabilities. Rialle’s most-cited paper, “New trends in health smart homes” (2004, 90 citations), provides a seminal overview of the concept of the Health Smart House, which aims to enable people who would otherwise require institutional care to live independently in their own homes. This work has shaped the field of ambient assisted living and continues to influence smart home design for healthcare. His subsequent publications, such as “Nouvelles directions en habitats intelligents pour la santé” (2003, 19 citations) and “Quelle autonomie peut apporter la technologie ?” (2015, 6 citations), further explore the intersection of technology, autonomy, and societal change. Rialle’s contributions have been instrumental in advancing the dialogue on how intelligent environments can enhance quality of life, reduce healthcare costs, and foster a new society where technology empowers independence. His research remains a cornerstone for students and researchers in health informatics, gerontechnology, and human-computer interaction.