Recent developments in foundation models, like Large Language Models (LLMs) and Vision-
Language Models (VLMs), trained on extensive data, facilitate flexible application across …

The dementia community faces major challenges in social engagements, which have been
further complicated by the prolonged physical distancing measures due to the COVID-19 …

Dementia has serious consequences for the daily life of the person affected due to the
decline in the their cognitive, behavioral and functional abilities. Caring for people living with …

It is estimated that 55 million people are living with dementia worldwide in 2021, and the
numbers are expected to rise to 78 million in 2030 and 139 million in 2050 (World Health …

People with dementia (PwD) often present verbal agitation such as cursing, screaming, and
persistently complaining. Verbal agitation can impose mental distress on informal caregivers …

Robots are entering our lives and workplaces as companions and teammates. Though much
research has been done on how to interact with robots, teach robots and improve task …

Often robots are seen as a means to an end to fulfill a logical objective task. Android robots,
on the other hand, provide new possibilities to fulfill emotional tasks and could therefore be …

Good human relationships are important for us to have a happy life and maintain our well-
being. Otherwise, we will be at risk of experiencing loneliness or depression. In human …

Japan faces many challenges related to its aging society, including increasing rates of
cognitive decline in the population and a shortage of caregivers. Efforts have begun to …

Social Robots increasingly become a challenge for data privacy regulations within care
facilities, as they are not prepared for robots that can scan their surroundings and possibly …