Lucia Tseng

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Lucia Tseng is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focus on social robotics and emotionally expressive physical interfaces. Her most-cited work, "Sketching CuddleBits" (2017, 39 citations), introduces a novel approach to designing social robots that communicate through physical displays of emotion—such as breathing patterns—to foster natural, intuitive communication with humans. This research has significant implications for robot-assisted therapy, demonstrating how a robot's simple physiological cues can influence human emotional and physiological states. Tseng's contributions lie in democratizing robotics through DIY fabrication and assembly methods, making emotionally expressive robots accessible for broader exploration. Her work bridges engineering, design, and psychology, offering a tangible path toward more empathetic human-robot relationships. By emphasizing simplicity and accessibility, Tseng has laid groundwork for future applications in therapeutic settings, where complex emotional interactions can be achieved with minimal technical complexity. Her research continues to inspire students and researchers interested in the intersection of affective computing, tangible interaction, and socially assistive robotics.