I was commissioned by digital health hub LEAP to turn one of their recent workshops on public engagement in research with a special focus on children. The event included presentation of projects including a multidisciplinary team of researchers who were awarded a pump-priming grant will also present a successful case study, where children helped co-imagine future robots to enhance child-to-child social interactions. In an era where technology shapes daily interactions, it is essential to design devices that foster- rather than hinder - social engagement. I found this project fascinating to work on, as it insisted on the necessity of play and fun with a focus on inclusivity for all abilities.
