Giovanni Borga

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Giovanni Borga is a researcher at the intersection of social robotics and human-robot interaction, with a focused commitment to improving quality of life for vulnerable populations. His work centers on developing robotic agents that serve as companions and facilitators in healthcare settings, particularly for the elderly and hospitalized children. In his highly cited 2021 paper, "Development of a Robotic Agent for Increasing Elderlies Socialization," Borga addresses the critical issue of social isolation among seniors, designing robots that encourage interaction and community engagement. That same year, his study "Edù, a Robotic Companion in Pediatric Protective Isolation Units" introduced a groundbreaking robotic system to support children undergoing long-term hospitalization, providing emotional comfort and reducing feelings of loneliness. Though his citation counts are currently modest (2 each), these works represent pioneering steps in applying robotics to real-world care challenges. Borga's contributions are notable for their human-centered design, emphasizing empathy and practical deployment over pure technical novelty. His research offers a compelling vision of how robots can become gentle allies in healthcare, making him a promising voice in the field of assistive robotics.