Massimo Di Pardo
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Massimo Di Pardo is a leading researcher at the intersection of social robotics and healthcare innovation, with a focus on technology readiness and real-world adoption. His most-cited work, "Interactive robots for health in Europe: Technology readiness and adoption potential" (2023, 23 citations), critically examines the gap between high expectations for social robots in healthcare and their practical deployment. By analyzing the maturity of robotic technologies and the factors influencing their uptake across European health systems, Di Pardo provides a foundational framework for understanding where and how these robots can deliver tangible benefits. His contributions extend beyond technical feasibility to include policy implications and stakeholder engagement, making his research essential for engineers, clinicians, and policymakers alike. Di Pardo’s work is notable for bridging the promise of robotics with the realities of implementation, offering a sober yet optimistic roadmap for integrating interactive robots into care settings. His insights continue to shape discussions on human-robot interaction, aging populations, and the future of assistive technologies.
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