Leonardo Angelini

HES-SO University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland, University of Fribourg

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Leonardo Angelini is a leading researcher in human-computer interaction, specializing in affective computing, smart environments, and digital health interventions. His work bridges the gap between technology and human wellbeing, with a particular focus on designing intuitive, emotionally-aware systems for older adults. Angelini’s most influential contribution is his landmark 2020 systematic review on virtual coaches for older adults’ wellbeing, which has garnered 62 citations and established a foundational framework for using e-coaches to support physical, nutritional, cognitive, social, and emotional health. This work has been pivotal in demonstrating how cost-effective virtual coaching technologies can revolutionize healthcare delivery for aging populations. Additionally, his 2014 research on affective interaction in smart environments introduced the visionary concept of ubiquitous emotional communication, where furniture and surfaces become interactive displays of human affect. This early prototype for sharing emotional states through ambient interfaces has influenced subsequent work in smart home design and ambient intelligence. Angelini’s research consistently emphasizes practical, human-centered applications, making him a key figure in the development of empathetic technologies that enhance quality of life across diverse user groups.