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Dorte Malig Rasmussen is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focus on designing autonomous robots for education, rehabilitation, and social inclusion. Her work centers on participatory design frameworks that bridge the gap between robotic technology and real-world human needs. Rasmussen’s most cited paper, "Robots for Real: Developing a Participatory Design Framework for Implementing Educational Robots in Real-World Learning Environments" (2013, 24 citations), provides a foundational methodology for integrating robots into classrooms, emphasizing stakeholder collaboration. She has also made significant contributions to assistive robotics, as seen in her field study of a physical game for older adults using a mobile robot with an expressive head (2012, 10 citations), which explored rehabilitation applications in nursing homes and rehabilitation centers. Additionally, her research on Persuasive Educational and Entertainment Robotics (PEERs) in autism education (2013, 10 citations) and her theoretical exploration of social agency in "On Being a Peer" (2013, 8 citations) highlight her commitment to designing robots as empathetic social actors. Rasmussen’s work has been instrumental in shaping how robots can serve as peers and partners in sensitive contexts, earning her recognition for advancing ethical, user-centered robotics.