Loredana Mazzotta
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Loredana Mazzotta is a researcher at the forefront of human-robot interaction, with a specialized focus on assistive robotics for autism therapy. Her work critically examines how social robots like Pepper can be integrated into therapeutic and educational settings for autistic children, bridging the gap between technological promise and practical, ethical application. In her highly cited 2025 study, "Navigating Assistive Robotics for Autism," she provides a comprehensive assessment of a four-month therapeutic laboratory, evaluating effectiveness, limitations, and future pathways—a work that has already garnered 4 citations for its timely, balanced analysis. Mazzotta also pioneers the use of ontologies and open data to enrich personalized social interactions between humans and robots, as demonstrated in her 2022 paper. Her contributions are vital for developing robots that not only interact but adapt meaningfully to individual needs, promoting autonomy and functional skills in vulnerable populations. With a growing citation impact, Mazzotta is shaping the ethical and practical frameworks that will guide the next generation of socially assistive robotics.
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