Ignazio Passero

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Ignazio Passero is a leading researcher at the intersection of humanoid robotics, ambient assisted living, and trustworthy cyber-physical systems. His work centers on enhancing the cognitive and interactive capabilities of social robots—particularly the Pepper humanoid—by integrating them with cloud and fog computing architectures. Passero’s most cited work, "DTPAAL: Digital Twinning Pepper and Ambient Assisted Living" (2021, 34 citations), pioneers the use of digital twins to extend Pepper’s sensory and computational reach, enabling more responsive and context-aware assistance for elderly and vulnerable users. In "Contextual Trust Model With a Humanoid Robot Defense for Attacks to Smart Eco-Systems" (2020, 14 citations), he addresses a critical challenge in smart environments by developing a trust framework that allows robots to detect and defend against cyberattacks, ensuring safe human-robot interaction. His exploration of tactile and emotional interaction in "Waiting for Tactile: Robotic and Virtual Experiences in the Fog" (2021) further pushes the boundaries of real-time, empathetic communication. With a growing citation impact, Passero’s contributions are shaping the future of secure, intelligent, and human-centered robotics.