Nadine Zitzmann

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Nadine Zitzmann investigates the intersection of human-robot interaction and social psychology, with a particular focus on how shared situational awareness shapes persuasion and trust in robotic systems. Her most-cited work, “In the same boat” (2021, 8 citations), experimentally demonstrates that when a robot signals it shares a user’s situational context—such as being in the same room or facing similar constraints—its advice becomes significantly more persuasive. This finding challenges conventional assumptions about robot authority, revealing that perceived co-presence and common ground can enhance a robot’s social influence more than mere expertise. Zitzmann’s research contributes to the growing field of socially aware robotics, offering empirical evidence that subtle cues of shared experience can bridge the gap between human and machine. Her work has implications for designing robots that collaborate effectively in homes, workplaces, and emergency scenarios. By grounding her experiments in real-world interaction dynamics, Zitzmann provides a nuanced understanding of how robots can become more than tools—they can become partners.