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Cornelia Ursprung

IAF Institute for Ageing ResearchResearch Associate

+41 58 257 13 13cornelia.ursprung@ost.ch

Luma Life – Transfer of current findings from dementia research into AI companions to support people with early-stage dementia and their families in the home environmentLuma Life – Transfer of current findings from dementia

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Luma Life is developing a platform for voice-first AI companions to support people with early-stage dementia at home. As part of this Innovation cheque project, the team of the Institute for Ageing Research IAF conducts a literature search, which will be translated into an interaction model together with Luma Life, aiming to combine dementia care… ...
Luma Life is developing a platform for voice-first AI companions to support people with early-stage dementia at home. As part of this Innovation cheque project, the team of the Institute for Ageing Research IAF conducts a literature search, which will be translated into an interaction model together with Luma Life, aiming to combine...

Talking Pictures for Seniors – Demand analysis for further development of picture-based communication toolTalking Pictures for Seniors – Demand analysis for further

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The project “Talking Pictures for Seniors” explores how picture-based communication can enhance interactions in nursing homes. As part of this Innovation cheque project, the team of the Institute for Ageing Research IAF in collaboration with Talking Pictures conducts a user-centred needs assessment to inform the further development of an… ...
The project “Talking Pictures for Seniors” explores how picture-based communication can enhance interactions in nursing homes. As part of this Innovation cheque project, the team of the Institute for Ageing Research IAF in collaboration with Talking Pictures conducts a user-centred needs assessment to inform the further development...

CommunityBot – Creating real-world moments through digital bridges.CommunityBot – Creating real-world moments through digital

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We examine how older adults can be connected through shared interests and moderated groups. The approach is co created with them and activation specialists. CommunityBot is not meant to replace but to enable social contacts, digital participation, and community in care homes.
We examine how older adults can be connected through shared interests and moderated groups. The approach is co created with them and activation specialists. CommunityBot is not meant to replace but to enable social contacts, digital participation, and community in care homes. ...

VIA – Enhancing Health and Integration of Older Migrants

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VIA develops a low-threshold information and activation program for older migrants in Switzerland. The aim is to improve health literacy, social participation, and access to support systems through digital tools, community work, and participatory research.
VIA develops a low-threshold information and activation program for older migrants in Switzerland. The aim is to improve health literacy, social participation, and access to support systems through digital tools, community work, and participatory research. ...

Alfred – Testing the voice-controlled AI companion for older peopleAlfred – Testing the voice-controlled AI companion for older

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To what extent can older people in retirement homes use the voice-controlled AI companion Alfred independently and what are the possible potentials and barriers to its use?
To what extent can older people in retirement homes use the voice-controlled AI companion Alfred independently and what are the possible potentials and barriers to its use?

HEROES - EU-Project (AAL)

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Video platform for the search for care or nursing professionals for a self-determined life at home
The EU project HEROES, with international partners, aims to speed up and make more cost-effective the search for care and nursing professionals through an online platform.
Video platform for the search for care or nursing professionals for a self-determined life at home
The EU project HEROES, with international partners, aims to speed up and make more cost-effective the search for care and nursing professionals through an online platform. ...

Easierphone

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The Easierphone app is designed to make it easier for older people to use their smartphones through simplified functions and navigation. The app can be used both individually by an older person and in tandem with the support of a carer (via remote access to the app).
The Easierphone app is designed to make it easier for older people to use their smartphones through simplified functions and navigation. The app can be used both individually by an older person and in tandem with the support of a carer (via remote access to the app). ...

International Expertise for life in old age - AGE-INT

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International Expertise from Switzerland for Innovative Solutions for an Ageing Society
AGE-INT is the largest national research project dealing with the challenges and opportunities of demographic change in a practice-oriented manner with a trans- and interdisciplinary project team in the three largest language regions of Switzerland. ...
International Expertise from Switzerland for Innovative Solutions for an Ageing Society
AGE-INT is the largest national research project dealing with the challenges and opportunities of demographic change in a practice-oriented manner with a trans- and interdisciplinary project team in the three largest language regions of...