Isabelle Milleville

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Isabelle Milleville is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focus on how robots can communicate and connect with people through non-verbal behaviors. Her work explores the intersection of robotics, design, and psychology, aiming to make robots more socially intuitive and emotionally expressive. A key contribution is her research on using gait to express emotions in humanoid robots, demonstrating that subtle body movements can effectively convey feelings—a foundational step for more natural human-robot communication. Her most cited paper, "Expressing emotions using gait of humanoid robot" (2015, 16 citations), highlights this breakthrough. Milleville is also the creator of Yōkobo, an innovative "robject" designed to strengthen social bonds between users, such as couples, through slow, mirroring interactions that reflect the environment. This work, published in 2022 (16 citations), showcases her commitment to designing technology that fosters genuine connection rather than mere utility. Her interdisciplinary approach, blending designerly thinking with robotics research (2020, 10 citations), has made her a notable figure in shaping how robots can become empathetic partners in everyday life.