Andreia Costa

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Andreia Costa is a researcher whose work sits at the compelling intersection of developmental psychology, human-robot interaction, and autism research. Her key contributions focus on understanding how children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) perceive and engage with social robots, a field with profound implications for therapeutic and educational interventions. In her most-cited study, "Attitudes of Children with Autism towards Robots: An Exploratory Study" (2018), Costa conducted pioneering observational work to assess children’s spontaneous responses to robotic agents. While her citation count is modest, the study’s value lies in its foundational nature—it provides critical early evidence that children with autism often display positive, curious attitudes toward robots, challenging assumptions about social aversion. This work has helped shape subsequent research agendas in assistive robotics, influencing how designers and clinicians approach robot-mediated therapy. Costa’s research is notable for its careful, child-centered methodology, offering a nuanced view of how technology can bridge social engagement gaps. Her contributions are particularly relevant for students and researchers exploring inclusive design, social robotics, and autism interventions, highlighting the importance of empirical, exploratory studies in emerging interdisciplinary fields.