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Dr. Paraskevi Apostolara is a leading researcher at the intersection of nursing, health technology, and cultural competence. Her primary research areas focus on the integration of socially assistive robots (SARs) into health and social care, with a particular emphasis on how cultural factors shape professional acceptance and training requirements. Dr. Apostolara’s major contributions include pioneering large-scale, international surveys that capture the nuanced views of registered nurses and midwives. Her most cited work, a 2023 study with 34 citations, critically examines the relationship between cultural dimensions and the rejection of SAR benefits, revealing that technology adoption is not merely a technical challenge but a deeply cultural one. A second highly cited paper (15 citations) furthers this by mapping the perceived training needs of healthcare professionals worldwide, arguing that effective AI integration requires culturally tailored educational frameworks. Through these impactful studies, Dr. Apostolara has established herself as a vital voice in the global dialogue on human-robot interaction in healthcare, providing evidence-based insights that guide policymakers and educators in preparing a culturally aware workforce for a technologically advanced future.