Wei Hung Chang
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Wei Hung Chang is a leading researcher in gerontechnology and dementia care, with a focus on evaluating the therapeutic potential of social robots for older adults. Their major contributions center on the rigorous investigation of how robotic interventions, particularly the Personal Assistive RObot (PARO), affect cognitive, physiological, and psychological outcomes in individuals with mild dementia. In a landmark 2024 randomized controlled trial, Chang demonstrated that a group-based PARO intervention significantly improves cognitive function, autonomic nervous system regulation, and mental well-being, providing crucial evidence for the physiological mechanisms underlying robot-assisted therapy. This work, already garnering 11 citations shortly after publication, bridges a critical gap between anecdotal benefits and measurable health outcomes. Chang’s research is notable for its methodological rigor, employing objective biomarkers alongside validated psychological scales. By advancing the scientific understanding of human-robot interaction in clinical populations, Chang is shaping the future of non-pharmacological interventions for aging populations, offering practical, scalable solutions to enhance quality of life in long-term care settings.
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