Ahmed Kitbi

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Dr. Ahmed Kitbi is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotics, human-robot interaction, and cross-cultural technology adoption. His seminal work, "Opinions and attitudes toward humanoid robots in the Middle East" (2011, 68 citations), stands as a foundational study that challenged the prevailing Western-centric assumptions in robotics design. By systematically investigating cultural perceptions of humanoid robots in the Middle East, Dr. Kitbi provided critical insights into how regional values, religious beliefs, and social norms shape technology acceptance. This research has become essential reading for engineers and policymakers seeking to deploy robots globally, demonstrating that successful human-robot integration requires deep cultural sensitivity. His contributions have directly influenced the customization of social robots for non-Western markets, ensuring that as robotics expands beyond traditional industrial applications into everyday life, these technologies are designed to harmonize with diverse cultural contexts. Dr. Kitbi's work remains a cornerstone for researchers exploring the sociocultural dimensions of emerging technologies, highlighting the necessity of inclusive, globally-aware robotics development.