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Kyusong Lee is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, spoken dialogue systems, and computer-assisted language learning. His work has significantly advanced the field of Robot-Assisted Language Learning (RALL), exploring how intelligent robots and speech-enabled technologies can transform foreign language education — particularly in oral communication skills. Lee's most influential contribution, "On the Effectiveness of Robot-Assisted Language Learning" (2011), has garnered 175 citations and remains a landmark study that empirically demonstrated the educational value of interactive robots in language acquisition. Alongside this, his early investigations into the cognitive and affective dimensions of RALL revealed how robotic tutors can enhance not only linguistic competence but also student motivation and engagement. Expanding beyond physical robots, Lee also pioneered the integration of spoken dialogue systems for English conversation tutoring, addressing longstanding limitations in traditional language instruction methodologies. His research, conducted in part through POSTECH, reflects a sustained commitment to bridging artificial intelligence and pedagogy. For students and researchers in educational technology or natural language processing, Lee's body of work offers a compelling foundation for understanding how intelligent systems can reshape language learning environments.