Ju-young Jang
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Ju-Young Jang has carved a distinctive niche at the intersection of assistive robotics and developmental therapy, focusing on how socially interactive robots can support children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Her most cited work, "Development of Therapeutic Expression for a Cat Robot in the Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders," exemplifies her core contribution: designing robotic characters with carefully calibrated emotional expressions to facilitate social engagement. By surveying specific therapeutic requirements and translating them into a cat robot’s behavioral repertoire, Jang demonstrated how non-humanoid robots can serve as safe, predictable social partners for children who struggle with human interaction. This research, though early in its citation impact, laid foundational groundwork for using animal-inspired robots in clinical and educational settings. Jang’s work bridges engineering, psychology, and human-robot interaction, offering a compassionate, evidence-based pathway for leveraging technology in early intervention. Her approach—grounded in user needs and therapeutic goals—continues to influence researchers exploring robot-assisted therapy for neurodevelopmental conditions.
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