Robot buddy may calm kids during scary cancer treatment

NCT ID NCT07645950

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study will test whether a robot named MIROKI can help children aged 4 to 18 feel less anxious during radiotherapy for cancer. Six children will have some sessions with the robot and some without, while their heart rate and behavior are monitored. The goal is to see if the robot can reduce anxiety and possibly reduce the need for sedation.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

MIROKI companion robot

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to ease anxiety in children during radiotherapy, possibly reducing the need for sedation.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early study with only 6 children, so results may not apply broadly. The robot's effect on anxiety may be minimal or inconsistent.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Julien Welmant

    Montpellier, Herault, 34298, France