Lorenzo Scalise

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Lorenzo Scalise is a leading researcher in the application of social robotics and sensor networks to improve the quality of life for vulnerable populations, particularly older adults and people living with dementia. His work sits at the intersection of human-robot interaction, pervasive sensing, and integrated person-centered care. A key contribution is his 2019 study, "Social Robot and Sensor Network in Support of Activity of Daily Living for People with Dementia," which has garnered 32 citations for demonstrating how a socially assistive robot, coupled with ambient sensors, can monitor and support daily activities, thereby enhancing independence and safety. Scalise’s research emphasizes moving beyond technology as a mere tool to creating truly integrated care ecosystems. His 2018 paper, "A social robot to support integrated person centered care," published in the International Journal of Integrated Care, further advances this vision by outlining frameworks for embedding robots within holistic care pathways. Through these works, Scalise has helped establish the evidence base for socially interactive robots as compassionate, practical partners in long-term care, showing how technology can foster dignity and autonomy rather than simply replace human contact.