Yuyan Zhao

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Yuyan Zhao is a researcher dedicated to leveraging artificial intelligence and robotics to improve the quality of life for the elderly. Her work sits at the intersection of deep learning, emotion recognition, and human-robot interaction, with a clear focus on addressing the challenges of an aging global population. Her most cited paper, "Emotion Recognition of the Elderly Living Alone Based on Deep Learning" (2021, 10 citations), tackles the critical issue of smart home care by developing AI systems capable of detecting the emotional states of isolated seniors—a key step toward more responsive and empathetic care environments. Building on this, her earlier work, "A Framework of Social Robot for Elderly Individuals" (2019, 2 citations), lays the groundwork for perceptive social robots designed to assist healthcare professionals by providing companionship and monitoring. Together, these contributions form a cohesive vision: using intelligent, socially aware technology to enable independent living for the elderly while reducing the burden on caregivers. Zhao’s research is not only technically innovative but also deeply human-centered, offering practical, scalable solutions for one of society’s most pressing demographic shifts.