Nora Abdullah Almania

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Nora Abdullah Almania is a human-computer interaction researcher whose work focuses on designing socially assistive robots to support the mental well-being of older adults. Her research centers on co-design methodologies, user experience, and the integration of multimodal interactions—such as sound, voice, and physical responses—to create companion robots that are both engaging and acceptable to aging populations. Her most cited paper, “Older Adults’ Emotional Challenges and Co-design Preferences for a Social Robot after the COVID-19 Pandemic” (2023, 10 citations), highlights the increased mental health challenges among older adults during the pandemic and advocates for their inclusion in the design process. Almania’s work in Kuwait, including studies on initial user experiences with companion pet robots, addresses cultural and contextual factors that influence technology adoption. She also explores the role of young adults as co-designers of robots for their older relatives, bridging generational perspectives. With a growing body of work that prioritizes empathy, inclusivity, and real-world impact, Almania is contributing to the future of human-robot interaction in care settings.