Yong‐Xin Ruan
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About
Yong‐Xin Ruan is a leading researcher in gerontechnology, specializing in the integration of socially assistive robots (SARs) and care robots into long-term care for older adults. Her work critically examines the intersection of human-robot interaction and aging, focusing on how robotic technologies can support frail populations and alleviate healthcare workforce pressures. Ruan’s major contributions include synthesizing evidence on the effectiveness and usability of care robots for older adults living with frailty, as well as evaluating group-based SAR interventions for their impact on physical, cognitive, and psychosocial outcomes. Her 2025 scoping review on long-term care workers’ perceptions of robot-assisted care—garnering 4 citations—provides vital insights into the attitudes, concerns, and expected functions of these technologies from the caregiver perspective. With a growing citation footprint across three high-impact systematic reviews published in 2025, Ruan’s work is shaping policy and practice in age-tech innovation. Her research is essential for students and professionals seeking to understand the real-world viability of robotic assistance in aging societies, bridging the gap between technological promise and human-centered care delivery.
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