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Jeffrey Glennon is a researcher whose work sits at the compelling intersection of robotics, autism intervention, and behavioral therapy. He has made significant contributions to the field of robot-assisted treatment for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), particularly through the integration of Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) — a behavioral intervention targeting social communication skills — with social robotics technology. Glennon's most impactful work includes a 2020 protocol study on robot-assisted PRT (65 citations) that critically evaluated adherence and acceptability from both child and parent perspectives, and a 2017 investigation (57 citations) examining how a robot's intonation and bodily appearance influence therapeutic outcomes. His 2021 randomized controlled trial (46 citations) comparing standard PRT with robot-assisted PRT represents a methodological high point in the field, bringing empirical rigor to an area often dominated by exploratory research. Beyond efficacy, Glennon has explored child engagement, self-initiations, and long-term attention during robot interactions, demonstrating a holistic approach to understanding how children with ASD respond to technological interventions. His early participatory design work (2014) underscores a commitment to collaborative, expert-informed development. Together, his publications — accumulating over 270 citations — reflect a meaningful and growing body of work shaping the future of autism therapy.