The domestic use of natural gas for heating is the prevalent option in the Netherlands. However, heat pumps will be mandatory in most Dutch households by 2026. Therefore, insights are needed in how citizens perceive this technology, by taking into account various societal, technological, economic, environmental, …

In the era of exponential technology growth, one unexpected guest has claimed a seat in classrooms worldwide, Artificial Intelligence. Generative AI, such as ChatGPT, promises a revolution in education, yet it arrives with a double-edged sword. Its potential for personalized learning is offset by issues …

The growing demand of seafood alternatives is driven by concerns on overfishing, marine pollutants and animal welfare in aquaculture and fisheries. Currently, the availability of non-animal-based seafood flavorings on the market is limited, and animal-based seafood flavorings conflict with vegetarian …

This study aims to gain an in-depth understanding of the acceptance of a digital personal assistant, called Anne4Care, by older adult immigrants living with dementia in their own homes.

Smart glasses have the potential to transform healthcare, but their acceptance and use are under pressure due to concerns about social interaction around smart glasses, such as privacy, intended use, and the social isolation of the user. However, the value is seen in healthcare, where they could potentially …

This article delves into the acceptance of autonomous driving within society and its implications for the automotive insurance sector. The research encompasses two different studies conducted with meticulous analysis. The first study involves over 600 participants involved with the automotive industry …

Metaverse, a burgeoning technological trend that combines virtual and augmented reality, provides users with a fully digital environment where they can assume a virtual identity through a digital avatar and interact with others as they were in the real world. Its applications span diverse domains such …

Background: Increasing life expectancy is resulting in a growing demand for long-term care; however, there is a shortage of qualified health care professionals (HCPs) to deliver it. If used optimally, technology can provide a solution to this challenge. HCPs play an important role in the use of technology …

De scriptie richt zich op de uitdagingen die medewerkers kunnen ondervinden bij de implementatie van de BellaBot, een serveerrobot die is ontwikkeld als reactie op de COVID-19 pandemie. Het doel van de scriptie is om deze uitdagingen vast te stellen en mogelijke oplossingen en strategieën te identificeren …

Dit is een kwalitatief onderzoek naar de gebruiksintentie van Robot Maatje door de autismebegeleiders binnen het Regionaal Autisme Centrum in Helmond. Hierbij is onderzocht wat de bevorderende en belemmerende factoren zijn, volgens de autismebegeleiders bij het gebruiken en inzetten van Robot Maatje …