Charlotte Bording

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Charlotte Bording is a human-computer interaction researcher whose work explores how social companion robots can enhance well-being, particularly in the wake of disruptions like the Covid-19 pandemic. Her key research areas include human-robot interaction, design for mental health, and technology-mediated social connection. Bording’s most notable contribution is the design and study of *Bulb*, a social companion robot aimed at helping students regain structure and social engagement when their work-life balance collapsed during lockdowns. By addressing two critical pandemic-era problems—lack of social opportunities and diminished motivation to maintain daily routines—Bulb helped users cycle through activities like studying and relaxing, offering a tangible solution to isolation and schedule drift. While her 2023 paper has garnered 1 citation, its conceptual framing of robots as low-pressure social catalysts has resonated with researchers in well-being technology. Bording’s work stands out for its timely, human-centered approach, blending empathy with engineering to tackle real-world emotional and behavioral challenges. Her research continues to inform the design of supportive technologies that prioritize mental health in everyday life.