Dr Mauro Dragone is Associate Professor in the School of Engineering and Physical Science at Heriot-Watt University, where he set up a ‘Living-Lab” designed to facilitate user-driven design and testing of innovative solutions for healthy ageing and independent living. He led EU and national projects in the area of intelligent Internet of Things and Robotics, and he is one of the co-investigators of the EPSRC Healthcare NetworkPlus EMERGENCE, developing the UK roadmap for assistive robotics for frailty and co-designing continuous professional development for carers. His current research activities include the integration of robot technology in smart homes to assess and assist people living with conditions such as dementia and frailty.
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