John Hudson

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Total Citations

301

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About

John Hudson is a leading researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction and technology acceptance, whose work has fundamentally shaped our understanding of how society embraces automation. His seminal 2019 study, "People’s attitudes to autonomous vehicles" (186 citations), established a foundational framework for predicting public adoption of self-driving technology, identifying key psychological and demographic factors that influence trust in autonomous systems. Earlier, his 2016 work "People’s Attitudes to Robots in Caring for the Elderly" (106 citations) broke new ground by examining the delicate balance between technological utility and human dignity in healthcare settings, directly informing policy discussions on eldercare robotics. Hudson is also the author of "The Robot Revolution" (2019), a comprehensive exploration of robotics history and science that bridges academic research with public understanding. His work consistently demonstrates that successful technological integration depends not merely on engineering capability but on deep understanding of human values, fears, and social dynamics. With over 300 total citations, Hudson’s research continues to guide developers, policymakers, and ethicists navigating the complex relationship between humans and their increasingly autonomous machines.