Shoko Dauwels

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Shoko Dauwels explores the intersection of human-robot interaction and social signal processing, with a focus on how autonomous systems can mediate and enhance human communication. In her most cited work, "Perception of humanoid social mediator in two-person dialogs" (2014, 14 citations), she introduced a humanoid Nao robot capable of providing real-time sociofeedback to participants in dyadic conversations. This system quantifies speech mannerisms and social behaviors during ongoing dialogues, intelligently determining when and how to intervene—a pioneering step toward socially aware robotics. Dauwels’ research demonstrates how robots can serve not merely as tools but as active social participants, capable of improving interaction quality through subtle, context-aware feedback. Her contributions lie at the crossroads of robotics, affective computing, and conversational analysis, offering practical insights for designing assistive technologies in therapy, education, and collaborative work. While her citation count reflects a growing niche, the conceptual novelty of her work has laid groundwork for subsequent studies on robot-mediated communication. Dauwels’ achievements highlight the potential for humanoid agents to foster more mindful and effective interpersonal exchanges.