Jenny Darzentas

University of York, University of the Aegean

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Jenny Darzentas is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of human-computer interaction, assistive technologies, and healthcare service design. Her key research areas include the design and evaluation of robotic systems for older adults, patient-centered healthcare interfaces, and the integration of technology into home and clinical environments. Darzentas is best known for her comprehensive review of robotic interventions for older people living at home, which critically examined the tasks robots are designed to perform and aligned them with the needs and values of aging populations. This work, published in 2017 and cited 16 times, has been foundational for researchers exploring how assistive robotics can support independent living. She has also contributed to the study of patient self-service paradigms in healthcare settings, analyzing how digital tools can empower patients within hospital and service design frameworks. Her research bridges technical innovation with ethical, user-centered considerations, offering insights that inform both academic discourse and practical design. Darzentas’s work continues to shape conversations around aging, technology, and inclusive healthcare.