Yuki Koike
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Yuki Koike is a leading researcher in human–robot interaction, with a focus on designing communication robots that seamlessly integrate into everyday social settings. Her work centers on understanding how robot behavior—particularly the demonstration of perceptual ability—shapes successful engagement with humans. In her highly cited 2019 study, “That Robot Stared Back at Me!”, Koike demonstrated that a robotic salesperson’s ability to visibly perceive and respond to customers significantly enhances interaction quality, a finding that has garnered 19 citations and influenced subsequent design principles for guide and service robots. By empirically showing that perceived attentiveness is as critical as functional capability, Koike’s research bridges robotics and social psychology, offering actionable insights for developers of autonomous agents in retail, hospitality, and public spaces. Her contributions are foundational for creating robots that are not merely tools but socially aware partners, advancing the field toward more natural and effective human–robot collaboration.
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