Henry Goble
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Henry Goble is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction and social communication, best known for his work on how vocal fillers—such as "uhhh"—shape our perception of social robots. His most-cited paper, "A Robot That Communicates With Vocal Fillers Has … Uhhh … Greater Social Presence" (2018, 35 citations), demonstrates that integrating these subtle, human-like speech cues significantly enhances a robot's perceived social presence, making interactions more natural and engaging. This contribution challenges traditional assumptions about robotic speech and opens new pathways for designing more relatable and effective communicative agents. Goble’s research has been instrumental in advancing the field of social robotics, particularly in understanding how minor linguistic features can bridge the gap between human and machine interaction. His work is widely referenced by scholars exploring nonverbal cues in human-robot communication and has practical implications for developing robots in education, healthcare, and customer service. With a growing citation footprint, Goble continues to influence how we design robots that feel less like machines and more like conversational partners.
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