Kaoru Inoue
Papers
15
Total Citations
251
H-Index
7
About
Kaoru Inoue is a pioneering researcher in the field of human-robot interaction, with a specific focus on therapeutic robotics for elderly and disabled populations. Her work centers on the development and application of socially assistive robots, particularly the seal robot PARO and the humanoid robot PALRO, to improve mental health and quality of life. Inoue’s major contributions include creating caregiver manuals for robot therapy, which standardize the use of PARO in facilities worldwide, and demonstrating its efficacy as a biofeedback device for mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her studies have shown that PARO can reduce stress, enhance social interaction, and provide comfort to individuals with dementia, with key papers accumulating over 200 citations. Notably, her 2010 work on the PARO caregiver manual has garnered 79 citations, highlighting its impact on clinical practice. Inoue has also explored the use of PALRO in leisure programs for older adults, expanding the scope of robot-assisted therapy. Her research bridges robotics, occupational therapy, and gerontology, offering practical solutions for aging populations and inspiring further innovation in compassionate care technologies.
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Top Papers
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- 3PARO as a Biofeedback Medical Device for Mental Health in the COVID-19 Era28 citations · 2021
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- 5How Effective Is Robot Therapy?: PARO and People with Dementia23 citations · 2011
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- 8Emulating Upper Limb Disorder for Therapy Education7 citations · 2014
- 9Field test of manual for robot therapy using seal robot6 citations · 2012
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