Emma Carrigan

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Emma Carrigan is a leading voice in the emerging field of human-machine communication, with a particular focus on the emotional dynamics of human-robot interaction. Her most-cited work, "Survival at the Museum" (2018, 15 citations), offers a groundbreaking exploration of what happens when emotional expression—a cornerstone of successful human interaction—is mediated by a machine. In this study, Carrigan investigates how individuals interpret and respond to the emotional cues of social robots, autonomous vehicles, and other intelligent systems, revealing critical insights for designing more intuitive and cooperative technologies. Her research bridges cognitive science, robotics, and social psychology, laying the groundwork for safer, more empathetic human-machine collaboration. Though her citation count is still growing, Carrigan’s work is already shaping conversations in human-robot interaction and affective computing, and she is recognized for her innovative experimental designs that challenge assumptions about emotional authenticity in artificial agents. For students and researchers, Carrigan’s scholarship offers a vital roadmap for understanding how we might coexist with the increasingly emotional machines of tomorrow.