Chiaki Kasuya

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Chiaki Kasuya’s research lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction, cognitive science, and assistive technology, with a focus on addressing the challenges of Japan’s aging society. Her most cited work, “Human-robot interaction based on cognitive bias to increase motivation for daily exercise” (14 citations), explores how robot partners can leverage psychological principles—such as cognitive bias—to encourage elderly individuals to engage in regular physical activity, a critical need as caregiver shortages shift care from hospitals to homes. This innovative approach combines behavioral psychology with robotics to enhance motivation and independence. In her related study, “Content-based conversation for robot partners based on life hub” (6 citations), Kasuya developed the “iPhonoid” robot, a smart-device-based platform that enables context-aware, natural conversation by integrating personal life data. Her work demonstrates how affordable, sensor-equipped robots can provide companionship and support in community-based care settings. By merging cognitive bias theory with practical robotic design, Kasuya’s contributions offer scalable solutions for elderly care, highlighting the potential of emotionally intelligent robots to improve quality of life while reducing caregiver burden.