Jasmin Niess

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Jasmin Niess is a leading voice in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), whose research probes the psychological and social frontiers of emerging technologies. Her work centers on how non-experts perceive and experience intelligent systems, particularly in the realms of machine consciousness, human-robot interaction, and the unsettling phenomenon of "creepy technology." In her highly cited 2023 paper, "Do You Mind? User Perceptions of Machine Consciousness" (38 citations), Niess tackles the controversial prospect of machines possessing consciousness, systematically exploring how laypeople perceive this possibility and its profound consequences for design and ethics. She further advances the field with the "AMoRE" framework (2024), offering four distinct perspectives to understand and navigate evolving public attitudes toward physical robots. Most recently, her 2026 systematic literature review, "The Nuances of Creepiness," dissects the ambiguous concept of creepy technology, revealing how it shifts from robot appearance to data privacy and functionality. By mapping these subjective, often uncomfortable, user experiences, Niess provides crucial guidance for designing technologies that are not only functional but also socially and emotionally intelligible, ensuring a future where human-machine relationships are built on understanding rather than unease.