Kayoko Sakamoto
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Kayoko Sakamoto is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focused expertise in robot-assisted therapy for the elderly. Her major contributions center on the long-term deployment of therapeutic seal robots, particularly Paro, in health service facilities for the aged. Through a landmark experiment initiated in August 2003, Sakamoto demonstrated how sustained interaction with these socially assistive robots could positively impact elderly residents' emotional well-being, using face scales and behavioral observations to measure outcomes. Her work, including the highly cited 2005 paper "Long-term Interaction between Seal Robots and Elderly People," has accumulated over 29 citations and laid critical groundwork for understanding how robotic companions can enhance quality of life in aged care settings. By providing empirical evidence of the benefits of long-term robot-assisted activity, Sakamoto has helped bridge the gap between robotics and geriatric care, inspiring further research into non-pharmacological interventions for the elderly. Her studies remain foundational for anyone exploring the therapeutic potential of social robots in healthcare environments.
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