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Robot tutors could bridge the digital divide for older adults

NCT ID NCT07707466

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Northwestern University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether a social robot can teach older Chinese immigrants how to use the MyChart health portal. Participants learn tasks like scheduling appointments and viewing test results, either with a robot or a standard video. The goal is to see if the robot improves engagement, comprehension, and confidence compared to video alone.

What this could mean

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Active substance
robot-guided digital literacy curriculum
What this could lead to
If effective, social robots could become a scalable tool to help older adults gain digital skills, improving access to healthcare and reducing the digital divide.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The robot's novelty might boost engagement temporarily, and long-term learning gains are uncertain.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

50 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2026

Finished

Jul 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age: 18 years or older * Race: Self-identified as Chinese * Zip codes: Reside in one of the eight Chicago zip codes corresponding to Chinatown's geographical boundaries * Language: Speak Cantonese, Mandarin, or Taishanese fluently Exclusion Criteria: * Prior experience using the MyChart mobile app. * Inability to communicate in Mandarin, Cantonese, or Taishanese, sufficiently to complete consent or study tasks.

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Chinese Healthy adult

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Northwestern University

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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