I. B. Kaplan

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I. B. Kaplan is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction and computer-supported cooperative work, with a focus on telepresence robotics and remote team collaboration. Their most-cited work, "Wait, Can You Move the Robot?" (2018, 45 citations), investigates how embodied telepresence robots affect remote teammates' participation and perceptions within hybrid teams. Through controlled experiments, Kaplan demonstrated that while telepresence robots can enhance remote users' sense of presence, they also introduce challenges in team dynamics and communication. This foundational study has shaped subsequent research on designing robotic systems that better integrate remote and collocated team members. Kaplan's contributions extend to understanding the nuanced social and technical factors that influence effective remote collaboration, making their work essential reading for scholars in robotics, human-computer interaction, and organizational behavior. Their research continues to inform the development of more inclusive and effective telepresence technologies, with implications for distributed work, education, and healthcare.