Hanizah Ali Piah
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Hanizah Ali Piah is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction (HRI) therapy, with a focused commitment to improving the lives of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her key research areas lie at the intersection of robotics, assistive technology, and developmental psychology, specifically exploring how humanoid robots can facilitate social engagement and communication in children with autism. Her most influential work, "Initial response of autistic children in human-robot interaction therapy with humanoid robot NAO" (2012), has garnered 172 citations, establishing a foundational protocol for pilot experiments in robot-assisted intervention. In this study, she demonstrated the potential of the NAO robot to elicit initial positive responses from autistic children, a critical step toward developing structured therapeutic tools. Piah’s contributions are notable for their practical, community-centered approach; she collaborated directly with the National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM), involving twelve children in her intervention program. By designing and testing a systematic therapy procedure, she has helped bridge the gap between robotic technology and clinical practice, offering a scalable, engaging method to support social skill development. Her work continues to inspire researchers in socially assistive robotics and inclusive technology design.
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