Chihiro Sasaki

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Chihiro Sasaki is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focused expertise in the application of communication robots for elderly care and dementia support. Her work centers on understanding how socially assistive robots can enhance the daily lives of seniors and their families, bridging the gap between technological innovation and real-world caregiving needs. Sasaki’s most notable contribution is her study on the "Effective Application of PALRO: A Humanoid Type Robot for People with Dementia" (2014, 15 citations), which demonstrated the potential of humanoid robots to provide meaningful engagement and cognitive stimulation for individuals with dementia. Expanding on this, her 2015 case study (10 citations) analyzed the integration of the PALRO robot into two distinct family settings—one caring for a senior with physical disabilities and another with multiple elderly members. This work revealed that all participants developed positive attachments to the robot, highlighting its role in reducing caregiver burden and fostering emotional connection. Through these impactful studies, Sasaki has laid crucial groundwork for the empathetic design of robotic companions in geriatric care, influencing both assistive technology development and person-centered dementia care practices.