As more of us live longer, can robots help us maintain healthier, more independent and dignified lives? The robots I’ve been studying are friendly, helpful machines that can talk, remind, monitor – and even offer a form of companionship for older people.
By 2050, the global population of adults aged 60 and above is projected to surpass 2 billion, posing significant health, social and economic challenges worldwide. As people age, they often experience a gradual decline in both physical and cognitive capabilities, which can threaten their ability to live independently.
