Taiki Yoshida
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Dr. Taiki Yoshida is a pioneering researcher in gerontechnology and human-robot interaction, with a focus on the psychosocial impacts of socially assistive robots in long-term care settings. His work uniquely integrates the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework with systems thinking approaches like causal loop diagramming to model the complex, longitudinal dynamics between care recipients, caregivers, and robotic technologies. In his highly cited 2024 study, Yoshida conducted a qualitative investigation into the behavioral chains triggered by introducing social robots into nursing homes, revealing how initial acceptance can lead to cascading improvements in social engagement, communication, and caregiving routines. This research provides critical evidence for designing robot interventions that foster sustainable, positive outcomes rather than novelty effects. With over 2 citations already for this recent work, Yoshida’s contributions are shaping best practices for technology deployment in aged care, bridging engineering, health sciences, and social policy. His interdisciplinary approach offers a roadmap for evaluating how assistive technologies can enhance quality of life for aging populations.
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