Hao-Yu Ji
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Hao-Yu Ji is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of social robotics and developmental psychology, with a primary focus on leveraging humanoid robots to assess and support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Ji’s most notable contribution is the development of a humanoid robot system designed to evaluate the affective imitative expression abilities of children with ASD, a groundbreaking approach published in 2023. This work addresses a critical gap in ASD assessment by using robots as standardized, non-judgmental interaction partners, enabling more objective measurement of emotional and social responsiveness. Although early in its citation trajectory with 3 citations, this research has already sparked interest for its potential to transform both diagnostic tools and therapeutic interventions. Ji’s work is particularly significant for its interdisciplinary nature, bridging robotics, artificial intelligence, and clinical psychology to create scalable, engaging solutions for children who often struggle with human-to-human social cues. By targeting affective imitation—a core challenge in ASD—Ji’s research offers a promising pathway toward earlier, more accurate assessments and personalized interventions, positioning them as a rising voice in assistive robotics and neurodevelopmental research.
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