Naoki Sugimoto
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Naoki Sugimoto is a pioneering researcher at the forefront of socially assistive robotics and gerontechnology, dedicated to improving quality of life for older adults and their caregivers. His work uniquely integrates human-robot interaction with healthcare systems, focusing on how communication robots can sustain self-care behaviors and address motivational challenges in aging populations. In a notable 2025 study, Sugimoto developed an integrated vital signs measurement system using the PALRO® robot, enabling wireless transmission of temperature and blood pressure data to support long-term home healthcare. His 2024 research on longitudinal changes following robot introduction in nursing homes—employing the ICF framework and causal loop diagramming—reveals the complex psychological and behavioral ripple effects on both care recipients and staff. Though early in its citation trajectory, this work has already garnered attention for its methodological rigor. Sugimoto’s contributions are critical in shaping how technology can foster independence and social connection, making him a key voice in the future of elder care innovation.
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