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Dr. Eva Yin-han Chung is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of robotics and developmental intervention, whose work focuses on enhancing social engagement and participation among children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her major contributions lie in designing, implementing, and rigorously evaluating humanoid robot-mediated social skill programmes. Moving beyond traditional lab-based studies, Dr. Chung has provided critical evidence of real-world impact through a range of methodologies. Her 2018 foundational study (61 citations) established the efficacy of robotic intervention for social engagement, while her 2020 ABA time-series study (38 citations) offered robust behavioural proof. Most notably, her 2024 randomised controlled trial (17 citations) provides high-level evidence for improving social development and participation. Dr. Chung’s work is distinguished by its commitment to qualitative depth, as seen in her multiple embedded case study (4 citations), which documents the lived experiences and meaningful outcomes for children and families—a crucial but often overlooked dimension. By developing and testing a comprehensive intervention framework (2024), she is shaping best practice in the field, ensuring that technology serves genuine therapeutic needs. Her cumulative work, with over 120 citations, is building a vital bridge between engineering innovation and compassionate, evidence-based care.