Jordan Proby

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Dr. Jordan Proby is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focused expertise on the sociotechnical challenges of telepresence systems. Their work critically examines the tension between privacy, utility, and cognitive load in remote presence technology—a field where teleoperated robots allow individuals to be virtually present in homes and workplaces. Proby’s foundational 2017 paper, cited 7 times, identifies privacy as a primary barrier to adoption, arguing that as these robots become cheaper and more reliable, the need for user-centered design that respects both the operator’s and the local environment’s privacy becomes paramount. A subsequent 2019 paper, with 4 citations, further refines this framework, exploring how cognitive load impacts the balance between system utility and user trust. Proby’s contributions are notable for bridging engineering and ethics, offering actionable insights for developers and policymakers. Their work has shaped discussions on how to design remote presence systems that are not only functional but also socially acceptable, making them a key voice in the future of telepresence and ubiquitous computing.