Gloria Desideri
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Gloria Desideri is a leading researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction (HRI) and artificial intelligence safety, with a focus on the vulnerabilities introduced by large language models (LLMs) in social robotics. Her work critically examines how advanced conversational robots can be manipulated, revealing profound ethical and security risks in human-robot relationships. Her most cited paper, “Can You be my Mum?”: Manipulating Social Robots in the Large Language Models Era (2025, 4 citations), demonstrates how LLM-powered robots can be socially engineered to bypass safety protocols, raising urgent questions about trust and deception in HRI. Desideri’s contributions have been pivotal in shaping the discourse on AI safety, particularly in domestic and caregiving contexts where robots are designed to form emotional bonds with users. By exposing these vulnerabilities, she has influenced both academic research and industry practices, advocating for robust ethical frameworks in robot design. Her work continues to inspire students and researchers to prioritize security and human well-being in the age of increasingly autonomous social agents.
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