How will robots evolve to assist individuals with health and wellbeing in the future? Mari Velonaki, Professor of Social Robotics, University of New South Wales in Sydney, shares a future vision with Health2049 co-host Bisi Williams where technology coevolves to enhance humanity. One of the world’s preeminent thinkers in robotics, Mari’s work emphasizes creativity and playfulness in design, advocating for a shift from mere utility to personalized, transparent and ethically-driven solutions. Drawing on the concept of “coevolution,” her approach highlights the organic and synergetic possibility of society and technology evolving together.
Mari Velonaki
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Timestamps:
- Mari Velonaki’s background in robotics. [03:46]
- A human centric vision for the future. [05:23]
- How can technology evolve? [08:11]
- The coevolution of assisted robots. [11:58]
- Should robots be human-like? [15:29]
- Coexistence to co-inhabitation to coevolution. [18:50]
- New technologies that enhance us. [23:10]
- Generative assisted robots improve quality of life. [25:38]
- Robots tailored to meet unique needs. [30:03]
- How can we address ethical considerations? [32:34]
- Assisted robotics without art? [34:52]
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