Erica Cochran
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Dr. Erica Cochran is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of building science, human health, and human-robot interaction. Her work centers on transforming how we evaluate and improve indoor environmental quality (IEQ)—the very air, light, and comfort that shape our daily productivity and well-being. Dr. Cochran’s most notable contribution is her innovative use of social robots to revolutionize post-occupancy evaluation (POE), the critical process of assessing how buildings perform for their occupants after construction. Her 2022 paper, “Improving post-occupancy evaluation engagement using social robots,” has garnered 6 citations and challenges traditional POE methods like static surveys, proposing instead that dynamic, interactive robots can capture richer, more accurate occupant feedback. This novel approach promises to bridge the gap between building design and actual human experience. By making POE more engaging and accessible, Dr. Cochran is not only advancing academic knowledge but also equipping architects and facility managers with practical tools to create healthier, more responsive spaces. Her work is a vital step toward buildings that truly serve their inhabitants.
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- 1Improving post-occupancy evaluation engagement using social robots6 citations · 2022