Erika Young
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About
Erika Young is a leading researcher in gerontechnology, with a focus on using telepresence robots to combat social isolation in long-term care (LTC) settings. Her work critically examines the facilitators and barriers to implementing these technologies, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Young’s most cited paper (58 citations) provides a foundational scoping review of telepresence robots in aged care, while her subsequent studies (30 and 15 citations) offer in-depth analyses of resident and family experiences in British Columbia LTC homes, as well as staff perceptions of quality improvement cycles like Plan-Do-Study-Act. She has also explored ethical and technological risks from the perspective of university students (5 citations). By bridging practical implementation challenges with user-centered insights, Young’s research directly informs policy and practice for integrating robotics into care environments. Her work is notable for its timely response to pandemic-induced isolation and its emphasis on real-world feasibility, making her a key voice in the intersection of aging, technology, and quality of life.
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