Wendy A. Rogers

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123

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About

Wendy A. Rogers is a prominent researcher whose work sits at the critical intersection of human factors, aging, and technology design. Her scholarship focuses on understanding how older adults interact with and benefit from emerging technologies, with a particular emphasis on preserving autonomy, promoting health and well-being, and maintaining social connectedness in later life. In her highly influential 2016 paper, "Envisioning the future for older adults: Autonomy, health, well-being, and social connectedness with technology support," which has garnered 123 citations, Rogers advances a forward-thinking framework for how technology can be thoughtfully designed and deployed to enhance the quality of life for aging populations rather than creating new barriers or dependencies. Her research challenges designers, engineers, and policymakers to consider the nuanced needs of older users from the earliest stages of development. Rogers has established herself as a leading voice in advocating for human-centered approaches that respect the dignity and capabilities of older adults, making her work essential reading for researchers in gerontechnology, human factors, and aging studies who seek to create more inclusive and supportive technological environments.