Annalisa Levante
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Annalisa Levante is a developmental psychologist whose research focuses on the intersection of technology and social-emotional learning, particularly for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her most cited work, a 2021 pre-study comparing robot-based versus computer-based training for emotional expression in children with ASD (37 citations), exemplifies her core contribution: rigorously evaluating how innovative technological interventions can address the well-documented delays in facial emotion recognition and expression among autistic children. By designing and testing these comparative, pre-post-test interventions, Levante provides critical empirical evidence on the relative efficacy of different digital tools—from social robots to standard computers—in fostering essential social communication skills. Her research not only advances our understanding of how children with ASD engage with technology but also offers practical insights for clinicians and educators seeking evidence-based, engaging methods to support emotional development. Through her work, Levante is shaping the future of assistive technology, demonstrating that carefully designed digital interactions can bridge critical developmental gaps and improve quality of life for neurodiverse populations.
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