Hajer Chalghoumi

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Dr. Hajer Chalghoumi is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on child-robot interaction (CRI) and the design of socially assistive technologies. Her most cited work, "A Comparison of NAO and Jibo in Child-Robot Interaction" (2020, 3 citations), conducted at the Canada Science and Technology Museum with 121 child-parent pairs, offers foundational insights into how children perceive and engage with different robotic platforms. This study revealed that while children favor both robots equally, their motivations differ significantly—pointing to the importance of robot autonomy and social presence in shaping user attitudes. Dr. Chalghoumi’s research bridges robotics, developmental psychology, and human-centered design, advancing our understanding of how autonomous social robots can be effectively deployed in educational and public settings. Her work has been cited in subsequent studies on CRI and robot design, underscoring its influence in shaping the next generation of interactive robotic systems. Through her rigorous empirical studies, she continues to inform the ethical and practical deployment of robots in everyday human environments.