Maria V. Kondaurova
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Dr. Maria V. Kondaurova is a leading researcher in the intersection of speech science, child development, and human-robot interaction, with a primary focus on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her work investigates how technological tools, particularly humanoid robots, can facilitate social communication in children with ASD. In her highly cited 2021 study, she examined the speech characteristics of children with ASD during interactions with a NAO robot compared to peers, revealing that robot-assisted interventions can positively influence vocal production and social engagement. This contribution has garnered significant attention (2 citations) and has helped shape a growing body of evidence supporting the use of socially assistive robots in clinical and educational settings. Dr. Kondaurova’s research bridges engineering, psychology, and speech-language pathology, offering practical insights for developing more effective, technology-enhanced therapies. Her work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in how robotics can be harnessed to support neurodiverse populations.
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