Nektaria Tagalidou

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Nektaria Tagalidou is a researcher whose work sits at the compelling intersection of human-robot interaction and affective computing, with a particular focus on how design shapes our emotional connection to machines. Her most-cited paper, "It's in Your Eyes" (2019, 9 citations), makes a pivotal contribution by addressing a critical gap in robotics: the insufficient facial expressiveness of commercially available humanoid robots. Tagalidou and her team developed five distinct facial design variants, demonstrating that strategic design choices can significantly enhance a robot's ability to convey emotions, thereby making them appear more lifelike and believable. This work is foundational for anyone interested in creating more intuitive and socially acceptable robots. While her citation count is modest, reflecting the emerging nature of this specialized field, the impact of her research is substantial—it provides a practical, design-driven framework that bridges the gap between technical capability and human perception. For students and researchers in robotics, design, or human-computer interaction, Tagalidou’s work offers a clear, actionable pathway to making technology not just functional, but genuinely expressive and engaging.