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About
David Ireland is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of digital health, human-computer interaction, and gerontechnology. His work focuses on developing and evaluating conversational agents—chatbots—to address critical challenges in chronic pain management, dementia care, and cognitive assessment. Ireland’s major contributions include the creation of "Dolores," a pain history assessment and education chatbot designed to deliver pain neuroscience education across age groups, with a pilot study (17 citations) demonstrating its broad acceptability. He also developed "Harlie," a smartphone-based chatbot aimed at engaging older adults in conversation to support communication confidence in dementia, a concept that has garnered 10 citations. More recently, Ireland has explored the use of mobile apps to assess sleep-dependent memory in older adults with cognitive impairment, using focus groups to gauge perceptions and feasibility (3 citations). His work is notable for its focus on user-centered design and real-world applicability, bridging gaps in accessible, technology-driven healthcare. With a growing citation impact, Ireland is shaping how digital tools can empower vulnerable populations, making him a key voice in the future of AI-assisted health interventions.
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