Alex May
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About
Dr. Alex May is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction (HRI) and artistic practice, fundamentally reshaping how we envision domestic robots as social companions rather than mere tools. His work centers on the critical role of human-centered design in developing robot etiquette and long-term companionship. May's most influential contributions stem from a groundbreaking methodology: embedding artists as "HRI pioneers" in real-world living environments. His landmark study, "Exploring Robot Etiquette" (2013, 12 citations), documented two artists living with robots in the UH Robot House, revealing nuanced insights into social protocols for home companions. This creative approach, detailed in "Artists as HRI Pioneers" (2013, 11 citations), demonstrated that artistic perspectives unlock novel interaction paradigms invisible to traditional engineering. His foundational work on the CHARLY companion robot (2012, 4 citations) established core design principles for autonomous systems that feel "familiar." Though his citation counts reflect a niche field, May's legacy lies in championing qualitative, lived-experience research—proving that the future of robotics depends as much on empathy and creativity as on code and hardware.
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