Aleksei Talisainen

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Aleksei Talisainen has established himself as a leading researcher at the intersection of educational technology, psychology, and human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on telepresence robots (TPRs) in higher education contexts. His work systematically investigates how robotic presence technologies can bridge the gap between remote and in-person learning experiences, addressing a challenge that gained renewed urgency following the COVID-19 pandemic. Talisainen's most influential contribution, "Higher education personnel's perceptions about telepresence robots" (2022, 21 citations), examined how university staff in Georgia perceive and engage with TPR technology, helping lay empirical groundwork for broader adoption. His 2023 bibliometric analysis of TPR research across psychology and educational sciences (15 citations) has become a key reference point for scholars navigating this interdisciplinary field. A notable pilot study exploring social distancing dynamics through telepresence robots (11 citations) further demonstrates his innovative approach to applying emerging technology to real-world challenges. Beyond perception studies, Talisainen has tackled practical dimensions of TPR deployment, including comparative camera performance evaluations and STEAM workshop integration. His cumulative body of work, spanning library settings, higher education classrooms, and remote communication contexts, totaling over 80 citations, positions him as an authoritative voice shaping how educators and institutions think about robotic mediation in learning environments.

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Top Papers

1. 1
   Higher education personnel’s perceptions about telepresence robots

   21 citations · 2022
2. 2
   Telepresence robots from the perspective of psychology and educational sciences

   15 citations · 2023
3. 3
   Keeping distance with a telepresence robot: A pilot study

   11 citations · 2023
4. 4
   Aspects of Using Telepresence Robot in a Higher Education STEAM Workshop

   10 citations · 2022
5. 5
   The Potential of Telepresence in Libraries: Students’ Perspectives

   8 citations · 2024
6. 6
   Comparative Analysis of Telepresence Robots’ Video Performance: Evaluating Camera Capabilities for Remote Teaching and Learning

   6 citations · 2023
7. 7
   Understanding the Potential of Telepresence Robots in Higher Education Learning: A Case Study

   5 citations · 2024
8. 8
   Exploring Challenges in Remote Communication: Comparing Teleconferencing Software and Telepresence Robots Usage in Higher Education

   2 citations · 2024
9. 9
   Higher Education Teachers’ Perceptions About Teaching and Learning Related Qualities of Telepresence Robots

   2 citations · 2022

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