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Jim Warren is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction and assistive technology for aging populations. His work focuses on the design, deployment, and evaluation of service robots that empower older adults to live independently and manage complex self-care tasks. Warren’s major contributions center on developing interactive robotic systems for medication management and self-care support, as demonstrated in his highly cited 2010 paper on deploying a service robot for older people (77 citations). He has pioneered participatory design approaches—combining Grounded Theory and Action Research—to ensure that robotic devices meet the real-world needs of elderly users. His feasibility study of a robotic medication assistant (26 citations) highlights the potential of technology to improve clinical efficacy and safety in medication adherence. Warren also addresses the broader non-technical implications of robot adoption, including caregiver shortages and ethical considerations. His work has been trialed in independent living facilities and aged care settings, bridging the gap between engineering innovation and geriatric care. Through his research, Warren demonstrates how thoughtfully designed robots can foster patient engagement, facilitate information sharing, and transform self-care for older adults.