Jesper van de Graaf
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Jesper van de Graaf is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on the real-world deployment of social robots and the psychological factors that shape user engagement. His work critically examines the "novelty effect"—the tendency for people to initially interact enthusiastically with robots before losing interest over time. In his highly cited 2023 paper, "Social Robots in the Wild and the Novelty Effect," van de Graaf provides foundational insights into how robots can sustain long-term user relationships outside controlled lab settings. This research has direct implications for the design of companion robots, educational assistants, and service robots in public spaces. With over a dozen citations already, his work is rapidly shaping how roboticists approach user retention and meaningful interaction. Van de Graaf’s contributions are essential for anyone seeking to bridge the gap between prototype and practical, lasting robot companionship.
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- 1Social Robots in the Wild and the Novelty Effect12 citations · 2023