Elaheh Momeni-Ortner

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Elaheh Momeni-Ortner is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of technology, media, and public perception. Her primary research areas include human-robot interaction, public opinion on emerging technologies, and the role of media in shaping societal attitudes. Her most notable contribution, the highly cited 2020 paper "Public vs media opinion on robots and their evolution over recent years," has garnered 20 citations and provides a critical analysis of how media portrayals of robots diverge from public sentiment, and how both have evolved over time. This work is instrumental in understanding the gap between technological hype and real-world acceptance, offering valuable insights for policymakers, engineers, and communicators. Momeni-Ortner’s research is distinguished by its interdisciplinary approach, blending social science methods with technological analysis to reveal the nuanced dynamics of public trust and media influence. Her findings are particularly relevant as robots become more integrated into daily life, making her a key voice in the ongoing conversation about responsible innovation and public engagement with automation.