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Asterios Leonidis is a leading researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, ambient intelligence, and assistive technologies for aging populations. His most impactful work centers on the Hobbit project, where he developed socially assistive service robots designed to enable older adults to live independently in their own homes. His 2019 field trial paper, with 82 citations, provides critical insights into perceived safety and usability from 16 private households, while his 2018 publication (62 citations) details fall detection and prevention systems deployed in real-world settings. Beyond robotics, Leonidis created ParlAmI, a multimodal conversational framework for programming intelligent environments, and has advanced adaptive robot behavior through finite state machines and decision-making tools. His recent work explores federated learning for human-robot collaboration and robot-guided physical exercise training for seniors with cognitive impairment. With a portfolio spanning field trials, multimodal interaction, and scalable learning systems, Leonidis has established himself as a key figure in developing practical, user-centered technologies that address the global challenge of aging populations.