Jorge Oliveira

University of Coimbra, National Laboratory for Civil Engineering

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Jorge Oliveira is a forward-thinking researcher at the intersection of human-machine interaction, assistive robotics, and Industry 5.0. His work focuses on bridging the gap between advanced technologies and human acceptance, particularly for ageing populations. Oliveira’s major contribution lies in identifying the critical role of natural dialogue in robotic systems, arguing that voice interaction is essential for elderly users to comfortably adopt robots into daily life. His seminal paper, “Speaking robots: The challenges of acceptance by the ageing society” (2017, 9 citations), remains a foundational reference in socially assistive robotics. More recently, Oliveira has pioneered the integration of Extended Reality (XR) into industrial training, co-developing the XR5.0 Training Platform to enhance human-machine collaboration in smart factories. His 2025 paper on this topic (6 citations) showcases his ability to anticipate future workforce needs. Oliveira’s research is notable for its human-centric approach, emphasizing that technological progress must be matched by social and ergonomic considerations. His work is essential reading for students and researchers exploring the ethical and practical dimensions of robotics, AI, and immersive technologies in both care and industrial contexts.