Mykelle Pacquing
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Mykelle Pacquing is a human-centred robotics researcher whose work focuses on designing socially assistive robots for paediatric healthcare. Her primary research area lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction and child health, with a particular emphasis on using social robots to alleviate pain and distress in clinical settings. Pacquing’s major contribution is the co-design and development of a social robot specifically intended for distraction during painful medical procedures in the paediatric emergency department—a domain where effective interventions exist but where robots have not yet been systematically integrated. Her most-cited paper, "Co-design of a Social Robot for Distraction in the Paediatric Emergency Department" (2023), has garnered 17 citations, reflecting growing interest in this application. By involving children, parents, and clinicians in the design process, Pacquing ensures that the robot meets real-world needs and is acceptable in high-stress environments. Her work bridges engineering, psychology, and clinical practice, offering a tangible pathway to improve the experience of young patients. Pacquing’s research is notable for its participatory approach and its potential to transform emergency care, making her a rising voice in socially assistive robotics.
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