Favour Jacob

Heriot-Watt University

Papers

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About

Dr. Favour Jacob is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of assistive robotics and human-robot interaction, with a focused commitment to improving accessibility for individuals with visual impairments. Her most notable contribution is the design and evaluation of a bespoke robotic tour guide, specifically engineered to provide meaningful, first-time interactions for people with sight loss within robotic assisted living environments. This preliminary study, published in 2025, directly addresses a critical gap in the field, where such environments have historically lacked inclusive design. By creating a system that facilitates orientation and comfort, Dr. Jacob’s work lays a foundational blueprint for more equitable assistive technologies. Her research is already garnering attention, with her most-cited paper accumulating 2 citations in its early stages, signaling growing interest from the robotics and accessibility communities. Dr. Jacob’s work stands out for its user-centered approach, prioritizing the lived experiences of individuals with sight loss to ensure technology serves as a genuine bridge to independence and confidence in smart living spaces.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
A Robot Tour Guide for People with Sight Loss in a Robotic Assisted Living Environment
2 citations · 2025
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2025 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 2
🏛 Institutions: Heriot-Watt University

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