Amia Castro

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Dr. Amia Castro is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focus on augmented reality (AR) as a transformative medium for communication. Her work bridges the gap between physical and virtual robotics, exploring how AR can enhance robots' ability to convey intent and engage socially. In her highly regarded 2023 paper, "Crossing Reality: Comparing Physical and Virtual Robot Deixis," which has garnered 12 citations, Castro demonstrates how AR enables physically limited robots to perform deictic gestures—pointing and referencing—that were previously impossible. This contribution challenges traditional boundaries of robotic embodiment, offering new pathways for intuitive human-robot collaboration. Castro's research has significant implications for assistive robotics, manufacturing, and remote operations, where clear, non-verbal communication is critical. By integrating virtual overlays with physical actions, she has opened a new frontier in multimodal interaction. Her work is celebrated for its creativity and practical impact, earning her recognition as a rising leader in the field. For students and researchers, Castro's studies exemplify how emerging technologies can redefine the very nature of robotic communication and cooperation.