Anna Paschmanns
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Anna Paschmanns is a rising scholar at the intersection of social psychology and human-robot interaction, whose work explores how human emotional states shape our perception of artificial agents. Her primary research areas include anthropomorphism, social cognition, and the psychological effects of loneliness on technology engagement. In her most cited work, "Lonely Minds and Robotic Bonds: Effects of Human Loneliness on the Anthropomorphization of Robots" (2025, 8 citations), Paschmanns provides compelling experimental evidence for the Three-Factor Theory of Anthropomorphism, demonstrating that loneliness increases the tendency to attribute social characteristics to robots. This contribution is significant for understanding how emotional deficits can drive human-like perceptions of machines, with implications for robot design, mental health interventions, and ethical AI deployment. Though early in her career, Paschmanns has already established herself as a thoughtful voice in the growing field of social robotics, bridging psychological theory with real-world technological contexts. Her work invites researchers and students alike to consider how our most human vulnerabilities—like loneliness—shape the way we bond with the non-human.
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