Nurhidayu Abdullah

Technical University of Malaysia Malacca

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Nurhidayu Abdullah is a pioneering researcher in the field of human-robot interaction (HRI), with a focused expertise on understanding and analyzing human emotional states to improve collaborative robotics. Her work addresses a critical challenge in modern robotics: enabling machines to instinctively perceive and respond to human emotions, thereby fostering more natural and effective teamwork. Abdullah’s most cited paper, "Investigation of Human Emotional State in Human-Robot Collaboration" (2014), which has garnered 8 citations, lays the groundwork for robots to interpret emotional feedback during joint tasks. This research is complemented by her studies from 2013 and 2015, which explore emotional analysis in both industrial and healthcare settings, emphasizing the growing role of robots in human environments. Her contributions are vital as robots become increasingly integrated into daily life, from manufacturing to hospitals. By bridging the gap between human affect and robotic response, Abdullah’s work enhances the potential for seamless human-robot collaboration, aiming to optimize work outcomes and safety. Her research stands as a foundational step toward more empathetic and adaptive robotic systems.