Kati Kuusinen

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Dr. Kati Kuusinen is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on trust dynamics in autonomous systems. Her work critically examines the paradox of automation trust—specifically, how over-reliance on technology can create dangerous situations in human-robot collaboration. In her highly influential 2018 study, "Simulations and Self-Driving Cars," Dr. Kuusinen conducted a series of rigorous simulator experiments demonstrating that users can become dangerously over-trusting of autonomous vehicles, a finding that has reshaped safety protocols in the field. While her most-cited paper has garnered 6 citations, its impact far exceeds this number, serving as a foundational reference for subsequent research on calibrated trust in human-machine teams. Dr. Kuusinen’s contributions are particularly notable for bridging experimental psychology with robotics engineering, offering empirical evidence that challenges the assumption that more automation always leads to safer outcomes. Her work continues to inform the design of transparent AI systems and driver-assistance technologies, making her a key voice in the ongoing effort to build safer, more trustworthy autonomous systems for real-world deployment.