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Shasha Wen is a rising scholar in gerontechnology and human-robot interaction, whose work critically examines the intersection of aging, caregiving, and assistive robotics. Her research focuses on understanding the psychosocial and practical factors that influence the adoption of care technologies among informal caregivers—the family members and friends who provide unpaid support to older adults. In her landmark mixed-methods systematic review, "Informal caregivers’ attitudes towards care robots," Wen synthesizes global evidence to reveal both the promise and the persistent barriers to implementing care robots in real-world settings. Her work highlights that while these technologies can alleviate caregiver burden and address the aging crisis, successful adoption hinges on user trust, perceived usefulness, and ethical considerations. Though early in her career, Wen’s contributions are already shaping conversations in human-centered robotics and aging-in-place policy. Her research has garnered attention for its rigorous methodology and its empathetic focus on the often-overlooked perspectives of informal caregivers. Wen’s scholarship offers critical insights for engineers, clinicians, and policymakers striving to design technologies that truly serve aging populations.
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