Gizem Mayis Bilgin

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Gizem Mayis Bilgin is a researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, science communication, and public engagement with emerging technologies. Her work critically examines how non-expert audiences understand, question, and relate to robotics and artificial intelligence, blending empirical social science with museum and exhibition studies. In her highly cited 2022 paper, “‘Born or Built?’ Exploring visitor understandings of robotics,” Bilgin analyzes the “Born or Built? — Our Robotic Future” exhibition, which invites visitors to explore the ethical and social dimensions of robotics and AI. By studying the questions visitors pose, she reveals how people navigate the blurred boundaries between living beings and machines, and how public discourse shapes technological futures. This work has garnered attention for its innovative, participatory methodology and its relevance to responsible innovation. Bilgin’s research contributes vital insights for designers, policymakers, and educators seeking to foster informed public dialogue about automation and intelligence. Her ongoing projects continue to probe how cultural narratives and personal experiences influence our acceptance or resistance of robotic technologies.