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de Recherche et d’Innovation
en Cybersécurité et Société
1.
Azzi, S.; Daramola, O.; Gagnon, S.
Health information technology acceptance by older people: a systematic review Journal Article
In: Discover public health, vol. 23, no. 1, 2026, ISSN: 30050774 (ISSN).
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Acceptance, Adoption, adult, Africa, aged, aging, assistive technology, conceptual framework, Elderly people, female, Healthcare technology, human, Information retrieval, male, Medical informatics, older adults, Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses, quality control, review, Social Cognitive Theory, systematic review, telehealth, Theory of Planned Behavior, Theory of Reasoned Action, validity, Web of Science
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title = {Health information technology acceptance by older people: a systematic review},
author = {S. Azzi and O. Daramola and S. Gagnon},
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year = {2026},
date = {2026-01-01},
journal = {Discover public health},
volume = {23},
number = {1},
publisher = {BioMed Central Ltd},
abstract = {Background: The increasing ageing population has led to the development of Health Information Technologies (HIT) for older individuals. However, there is a lack of clarity on which HIT older people are more likely to accept and the factors influencing their intention for acceptance. Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. Four academic databases were searched: Scopus, PubMed, the Web of Science, and the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, which resulted in the retrieval of 4941 articles. A total of 51 primary studies from 2007 to 2025 that satisfied the inclusion criteria and were subjected to quality assessment and used for the study. This review was registered in PROSPERO (CRD 420251271463). Results: The study revealed that older people have a higher intention to accept assistive technologies over mobile health/eHealth. Older people’s HIT acceptance is influenced by personal, social, and technology design factors. There is a lack of geographical diversity of studies, with few coming from regions like Asia and Africa, hindering a global understanding of HIT acceptance factors. Notably, nearly half of the studies (45.09%) did not employ a theoretical framework, suggesting a lack of grounding in established knowledge and theoretical validity. While theories like the Technology Acceptance Model and the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology and their extensions are commonly used, other frameworks, such as the Theory of Reasoned Action, Theory of Planned Behaviour, and Social Cognitive Theory, have been underexplored. Conclusion: The study highlights the need for more rigorous research with diverse geographical representation and the application of broader theoretical perspectives to deepen understanding of HIT acceptance among older people. It also specifies the imperatives for user-centredness in developing HIT products by manufacturers. © The Author(s) 2026.},
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Background: The increasing ageing population has led to the development of Health Information Technologies (HIT) for older individuals. However, there is a lack of clarity on which HIT older people are more likely to accept and the factors influencing their intention for acceptance. Methods: A systematic literature review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. Four academic databases were searched: Scopus, PubMed, the Web of Science, and the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature, which resulted in the retrieval of 4941 articles. A total of 51 primary studies from 2007 to 2025 that satisfied the inclusion criteria and were subjected to quality assessment and used for the study. This review was registered in PROSPERO (CRD 420251271463). Results: The study revealed that older people have a higher intention to accept assistive technologies over mobile health/eHealth. Older people’s HIT acceptance is influenced by personal, social, and technology design factors. There is a lack of geographical diversity of studies, with few coming from regions like Asia and Africa, hindering a global understanding of HIT acceptance factors. Notably, nearly half of the studies (45.09%) did not employ a theoretical framework, suggesting a lack of grounding in established knowledge and theoretical validity. While theories like the Technology Acceptance Model and the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology and their extensions are commonly used, other frameworks, such as the Theory of Reasoned Action, Theory of Planned Behaviour, and Social Cognitive Theory, have been underexplored. Conclusion: The study highlights the need for more rigorous research with diverse geographical representation and the application of broader theoretical perspectives to deepen understanding of HIT acceptance among older people. It also specifies the imperatives for user-centredness in developing HIT products by manufacturers. © The Author(s) 2026.
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Khosrojerdi, F.; Akhigbe, O.; Gagnon, S.; Ramirez, A.; Richards, G.
Integrating artificial intelligence and analytics in smart grids: a systematic literature review Journal Article
In: International Journal of Energy Sector Management, vol. 16, no. 2, pp. 318–338, 2022.
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: Advanced Analytics, Automation, Building energy consumption, Data Analytics, Design/methodology/approach, Dynamic energy managements, Electric power system control, Electric power transmission networks, Energy management, Energy management systems, Energy utilization, Extract, Home energy management systems, Information management, Intelligent systems, Project management, quality control, Real time systems, SCADA systems, Smart power grids, Solar buildings, Supervisory control and dataacquisition systems (SCADA), System stability, Systematic literature review, transform and loads, Voltage stability assessment
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title = {Integrating artificial intelligence and analytics in smart grids: a systematic literature review},
author = {F. Khosrojerdi and O. Akhigbe and S. Gagnon and A. Ramirez and G. Richards},
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year = {2022},
date = {2022-01-01},
journal = {International Journal of Energy Sector Management},
volume = {16},
number = {2},
pages = {318–338},
abstract = {Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the latest approaches in integrating artificial intelligence and analytics (AIA) in energy smart grid projects. Empirical results are synthesized to highlight their relevance from a technology and project management standpoint, identifying several lessons learned that can be used for planning highly integrated and automated smart grid projects. Design/methodology/approach: A systematic literature review leads to selecting 108 research articles dealing with smart grids and AIA applications. Keywords are based on the following research questions: What is the growth trend in Smart Grid projects using intelligent systems and data analytics? What business value is offered when AI-based methods are applied? How do applications of intelligent systems combine with data analytics? What lessons can be learned for Smart Grid and AIA projects? Findings: The 108 selected articles are classified according to the following four research issues in smart grids project management: AIA integrated applications; AI-focused technologies; analytics-focused technologies; architecture and design methods. A broad set of smart grid functionality is reviewed, seeking to find commonality among several applications, including as follows: dynamic energy management; automation of extract, transform and load for Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems data; multi-level representations of data; the relationship between the standard three-phase transforms and modern data analytics; real-time or short-time voltage stability assessment; smart city architecture; home energy management system; building energy consumption; automated fault and disturbance analysis; and power quality control. Originality/value: Given the diversity of issues reviewed, a more capability-focused research agenda is needed to further synthesize empirical findings for AI-based smart grids. Research may converge toward more focus on business rules systems, that may best support smart grid design, proof development, governance and effectiveness. These AIA technologies must be further integrated with smart grid project management methodologies and enable a greater diversity of renewable and non-renewable production sources. © 2021, Emerald Publishing Limited.},
keywords = {Advanced Analytics, Automation, Building energy consumption, Data Analytics, Design/methodology/approach, Dynamic energy managements, Electric power system control, Electric power transmission networks, Energy management, Energy management systems, Energy utilization, Extract, Home energy management systems, Information management, Intelligent systems, Project management, quality control, Real time systems, SCADA systems, Smart power grids, Solar buildings, Supervisory control and dataacquisition systems (SCADA), System stability, Systematic literature review, transform and loads, Voltage stability assessment},
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Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the latest approaches in integrating artificial intelligence and analytics (AIA) in energy smart grid projects. Empirical results are synthesized to highlight their relevance from a technology and project management standpoint, identifying several lessons learned that can be used for planning highly integrated and automated smart grid projects. Design/methodology/approach: A systematic literature review leads to selecting 108 research articles dealing with smart grids and AIA applications. Keywords are based on the following research questions: What is the growth trend in Smart Grid projects using intelligent systems and data analytics? What business value is offered when AI-based methods are applied? How do applications of intelligent systems combine with data analytics? What lessons can be learned for Smart Grid and AIA projects? Findings: The 108 selected articles are classified according to the following four research issues in smart grids project management: AIA integrated applications; AI-focused technologies; analytics-focused technologies; architecture and design methods. A broad set of smart grid functionality is reviewed, seeking to find commonality among several applications, including as follows: dynamic energy management; automation of extract, transform and load for Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems data; multi-level representations of data; the relationship between the standard three-phase transforms and modern data analytics; real-time or short-time voltage stability assessment; smart city architecture; home energy management system; building energy consumption; automated fault and disturbance analysis; and power quality control. Originality/value: Given the diversity of issues reviewed, a more capability-focused research agenda is needed to further synthesize empirical findings for AI-based smart grids. Research may converge toward more focus on business rules systems, that may best support smart grid design, proof development, governance and effectiveness. These AIA technologies must be further integrated with smart grid project management methodologies and enable a greater diversity of renewable and non-renewable production sources. © 2021, Emerald Publishing Limited.
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Côté, S.; Bouchard, S.
Virtual reality exposure for phobias: A critical review Journal Article
In: Journal of Cyber Therapy and Rehabilitation, vol. 1, no. 1, pp. 75–92, 2008, ISSN: 17849934.
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: claustrophobia, Cognitive rehabilitation, cognitive therapy, computer system, environmental exposure, human, Human computer interaction, phobia, quality control, review, stimulus response, therapy effect, validation process, virtual reality
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title = {Virtual reality exposure for phobias: A critical review},
author = {S. Côté and S. Bouchard},
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issn = {17849934},
year = {2008},
date = {2008-01-01},
journal = {Journal of Cyber Therapy and Rehabilitation},
volume = {1},
number = {1},
pages = {75–92},
abstract = {This article is a review of the literature on efficacy and outcome studies using in virtuo exposure treatments to treat specific phobias. Thirty-nine studies were examined for this review: 56% were case studies or small sample studies, 13% were studies using larger samples, but no control or comparison condition, 13% used a comparison group (waiting list, placebo), 8% used a comparative treatment condition (usually in vivo expo- sure) and 13% used both. The specific phobias that were treated in these studies were acrophobia, aviophobia, claustrophobia, arachnophobia and fear of driving. The majority of these studies demonstrated that in virtuo exposure is effective and constitutes an interesting alternative to in vivo exposure. However, as the area is still taking its first steps, more studies with stronger methodological validity (control and comparative treatment conditions) are needed. © Virtual Reality Medical Institute.},
keywords = {claustrophobia, Cognitive rehabilitation, cognitive therapy, computer system, environmental exposure, human, Human computer interaction, phobia, quality control, review, stimulus response, therapy effect, validation process, virtual reality},
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This article is a review of the literature on efficacy and outcome studies using in virtuo exposure treatments to treat specific phobias. Thirty-nine studies were examined for this review: 56% were case studies or small sample studies, 13% were studies using larger samples, but no control or comparison condition, 13% used a comparison group (waiting list, placebo), 8% used a comparative treatment condition (usually in vivo expo- sure) and 13% used both. The specific phobias that were treated in these studies were acrophobia, aviophobia, claustrophobia, arachnophobia and fear of driving. The majority of these studies demonstrated that in virtuo exposure is effective and constitutes an interesting alternative to in vivo exposure. However, as the area is still taking its first steps, more studies with stronger methodological validity (control and comparative treatment conditions) are needed. © Virtual Reality Medical Institute.
4.
Côté, S.; Bouchard, S.
Virtual reality exposure for phobias: A critical review Journal Article
In: Journal of Cyber Therapy and Rehabilitation, vol. 1, no. 1, pp. 75–92, 2008, ISSN: 17849934.
Abstract | Links | BibTeX | Tags: claustrophobia, Cognitive rehabilitation, cognitive therapy, computer system, environmental exposure, human, Human computer interaction, phobia, quality control, review, stimulus response, therapy effect, validation process, virtual reality
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title = {Virtual reality exposure for phobias: A critical review},
author = {S. Côté and S. Bouchard},
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issn = {17849934},
year = {2008},
date = {2008-01-01},
journal = {Journal of Cyber Therapy and Rehabilitation},
volume = {1},
number = {1},
pages = {75–92},
abstract = {This article is a review of the literature on efficacy and outcome studies using in virtuo exposure treatments to treat specific phobias. Thirty-nine studies were examined for this review: 56% were case studies or small sample studies, 13% were studies using larger samples, but no control or comparison condition, 13% used a comparison group (waiting list, placebo), 8% used a comparative treatment condition (usually in vivo expo- sure) and 13% used both. The specific phobias that were treated in these studies were acrophobia, aviophobia, claustrophobia, arachnophobia and fear of driving. The majority of these studies demonstrated that in virtuo exposure is effective and constitutes an interesting alternative to in vivo exposure. However, as the area is still taking its first steps, more studies with stronger methodological validity (control and comparative treatment conditions) are needed. © Virtual Reality Medical Institute.},
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This article is a review of the literature on efficacy and outcome studies using in virtuo exposure treatments to treat specific phobias. Thirty-nine studies were examined for this review: 56% were case studies or small sample studies, 13% were studies using larger samples, but no control or comparison condition, 13% used a comparison group (waiting list, placebo), 8% used a comparative treatment condition (usually in vivo expo- sure) and 13% used both. The specific phobias that were treated in these studies were acrophobia, aviophobia, claustrophobia, arachnophobia and fear of driving. The majority of these studies demonstrated that in virtuo exposure is effective and constitutes an interesting alternative to in vivo exposure. However, as the area is still taking its first steps, more studies with stronger methodological validity (control and comparative treatment conditions) are needed. © Virtual Reality Medical Institute.