Results Published for Project Using Generative AI and Smart Glasses for Employment Support for People with Disabilities
Quixotiks Inc. announced the successful results of its monitor evaluation project, which utilized the 'QX Engine' and Lenovo smart glasses. The study demonstrated significant improvements in work motivation (+53.6%) and mental health scores for individuals with mental and developmental disabilities.
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Quixotiks Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representatives: Tetsuro Ariyosi and Ryota Mizushima) is pleased to announce that the results of its monitor evaluation project, 'Employment Support Equipment for People with Disabilities Using Generative AI and Smart Glasses,' have been published. This project was selected for the 'FY2025 Employment Support Project Utilizing Independent Living Support Equipment' by the Techno-Aid Association.
This demonstration project was conducted over 63 days from November 22, 2025, to January 23, 2026. It targeted 12 individuals with mental or developmental disabilities who desired salary increases. The project utilized Quixotiks' proprietary AI engine, 'QX Engine,' in conjunction with 'Lenovo Legion Glasses Gen 2' smart glasses to evaluate the multifaceted improvement of life behaviors and vocational suitability through personalized support plan generation and hands-free dialogue.
Summary of Demonstration Results
Dialogue Log Analysis (Semantic Analysis)
Analysis of the dialogue between the QX Engine and users showed improvements in the following indicators:
- Depth of Self-Disclosure: +28.6% improvement.
- Self-Efficacy (Confidence in one's ability): +20.1% improvement.
- Employment Motivation: Recorded the highest improvement rate of +53.6% among the indicators.
- Statistical Analysis: Significant improvements were confirmed in self-disclosure depth (p=0.0366) and self-efficacy (p=0.0342).
(Figure 1. Improvement results for each indicator by QX Engine)
Changes in Living and Behavior
- Stabilization of Waking Time: The variation (standard deviation) in waking times decreased by 33% from 1.8 hours to 1.2 hours, indicating a trend toward a regular daily rhythm.
- Increase in Commuting Days: The average number of commuting days per week increased from 2.8 to 3.4 days.
- Potential for Employment Transition: After the demonstration, 58% (7 people) of the participants were judged by coordinators to have the 'potential for employment transition.'
Improvement in Depressive Tendencies
Using Large Language Models (LLM), PHQ-9 scores (a depression indicator) were estimated based on the dialogue text between users and the QX Engine. Plotting the score trends over four periods (P1–P4) throughout the experimental duration revealed a significant improvement in depressive tendencies associated with the use of the QX Engine.
(Figure 2. Temporal trends of PHQ-9 scores estimated from dialogue content in QX Engine)
For more details, please refer to the performance report PDF available on the Techno-Aid Association's website. A video featuring comments from users, employers, and our developers is also available on YouTube.
About the Employment Support Project Utilizing Independent Living Support Equipment
This project is a subsidy program implemented with support from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. It combines the optimized dialogue and plan generation capabilities of Quixotiks' generative AI 'QX Engine' with advanced wearable display technologies like Lenovo's 'LEGION Glasses' to verify a new employment support experience from a neuro-design perspective.
About Quixotiks Inc.
Quixotiks is a startup founded in October 2023. With a mission of 'Changing lives with AI that moves the heart,' the company envisions a world where 'anyone can become who they want to be.' They promote R&D and social implementation through SaaS development and API provision using their proprietary 'QX Engine.' Achievements include speaking at the 'Global Opensource Innovation Summit' at Meta's US headquarters and being selected for Tokyo's 'New Product and Technology Development Subsidy Program.'
About QX Engine
The proprietary generative AI 'QX Engine' developed by Quixotiks is a new technology that can bring about active behavioral change in users. It blends information processing theory in neuroscience with communication techniques based on the 'implicit knowledge' of various experts. Through API integration, behavioral change functionality can be added to various existing applications in coaching, education, healthcare, consulting, and marketing.
This demonstration project was conducted over 63 days from November 22, 2025, to January 23, 2026. It targeted 12 individuals with mental or developmental disabilities who desired salary increases. The project utilized Quixotiks' proprietary AI engine, 'QX Engine,' in conjunction with 'Lenovo Legion Glasses Gen 2' smart glasses to evaluate the multifaceted improvement of life behaviors and vocational suitability through personalized support plan generation and hands-free dialogue.
Summary of Demonstration Results
Dialogue Log Analysis (Semantic Analysis)
Analysis of the dialogue between the QX Engine and users showed improvements in the following indicators:
- Depth of Self-Disclosure: +28.6% improvement.
- Self-Efficacy (Confidence in one's ability): +20.1% improvement.
- Employment Motivation: Recorded the highest improvement rate of +53.6% among the indicators.
- Statistical Analysis: Significant improvements were confirmed in self-disclosure depth (p=0.0366) and self-efficacy (p=0.0342).
(Figure 1. Improvement results for each indicator by QX Engine)
Changes in Living and Behavior
- Stabilization of Waking Time: The variation (standard deviation) in waking times decreased by 33% from 1.8 hours to 1.2 hours, indicating a trend toward a regular daily rhythm.
- Increase in Commuting Days: The average number of commuting days per week increased from 2.8 to 3.4 days.
- Potential for Employment Transition: After the demonstration, 58% (7 people) of the participants were judged by coordinators to have the 'potential for employment transition.'
Improvement in Depressive Tendencies
Using Large Language Models (LLM), PHQ-9 scores (a depression indicator) were estimated based on the dialogue text between users and the QX Engine. Plotting the score trends over four periods (P1–P4) throughout the experimental duration revealed a significant improvement in depressive tendencies associated with the use of the QX Engine.
(Figure 2. Temporal trends of PHQ-9 scores estimated from dialogue content in QX Engine)
For more details, please refer to the performance report PDF available on the Techno-Aid Association's website. A video featuring comments from users, employers, and our developers is also available on YouTube.
About the Employment Support Project Utilizing Independent Living Support Equipment
This project is a subsidy program implemented with support from the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. It combines the optimized dialogue and plan generation capabilities of Quixotiks' generative AI 'QX Engine' with advanced wearable display technologies like Lenovo's 'LEGION Glasses' to verify a new employment support experience from a neuro-design perspective.
About Quixotiks Inc.
Quixotiks is a startup founded in October 2023. With a mission of 'Changing lives with AI that moves the heart,' the company envisions a world where 'anyone can become who they want to be.' They promote R&D and social implementation through SaaS development and API provision using their proprietary 'QX Engine.' Achievements include speaking at the 'Global Opensource Innovation Summit' at Meta's US headquarters and being selected for Tokyo's 'New Product and Technology Development Subsidy Program.'
About QX Engine
The proprietary generative AI 'QX Engine' developed by Quixotiks is a new technology that can bring about active behavioral change in users. It blends information processing theory in neuroscience with communication techniques based on the 'implicit knowledge' of various experts. Through API integration, behavioral change functionality can be added to various existing applications in coaching, education, healthcare, consulting, and marketing.