Mario & Lillian on UBC Magazine, Alumni UBC

Can Robots Be Our Friends?

At UBC IDEA Lab, we’re constantly exploring the intersection of technology and human well-being.

This thought-provoking article from The University of British Columbia Magazine of alumni UBC delves into the role of AI-enabled care robots in senior care, exploring whether robots can truly become companions for those in need, especially older people living with dementia.

Join the conversation on the ethical and emotional implications of human-robot relationships with Mario and Dr. Lillian Hung.

Read more: Can a Robot Be a Friend?