Claudia Sinoo
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Claudia Sinoo’s research lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction, pediatric healthcare, and technology-supported self-management. Her most cited work, “Friendship with a robot: Children’s perception of similarity between a robot’s physical and virtual embodiment that supports diabetes self-management” (2018, 66 citations), explores how children with diabetes perceive and bond with robotic companions across physical and virtual forms. This study is pivotal in demonstrating that children can form meaningful, trust-based relationships with robots, which in turn enhances their engagement in daily self-care routines. Sinoo’s contributions have advanced the design of socially assistive robots that are not only functional but emotionally resonant, particularly for young patients managing chronic conditions. Her work has been influential in shaping how researchers and clinicians think about embodiment, similarity, and friendship in child-robot interactions. By bridging developmental psychology, human-computer interaction, and pediatric endocrinology, Sinoo has opened new pathways for using technology to foster resilience and autonomy in children. Her research continues to inform the development of more empathetic, adaptive robotic systems for healthcare settings.
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