Wendy Rogers

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Dr. Wendy Rogers is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction and gerontechnology, with a focus on designing assistive technologies that enhance independence and quality of life for older adults. Her work bridges engineering, psychology, and human factors to create robots that are not only functional but socially acceptable in home healthcare settings. In her highly cited 2025 study, "Assistive Robots for Home Healthcare: Exploring Proxemic Factors for Older Adults," Rogers investigates how spatial dynamics—such as the distance a robot maintains from a user—affect comfort and trust, a critical insight for deploying robots in intimate care environments. With over 2 citations in a short time, this work underscores her influence in shaping safe, user-centered robotic design. Rogers’ contributions extend to understanding aging populations’ unique needs, addressing caregiver shortages through technology, and advocating for ethical, human-aware robotics. Her research has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society’s prestigious Jack A. Kraft Innovator Award, cementing her role as a leader in making assistive robots practical, respectful, and empowering for older adults.