Nor Izzati Ishak

International Islamic University Malaysia

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Nor Izzati Ishak’s research lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction, affective computing, and assistive technology for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her work focuses on developing non-invasive, robot-mediated interventions that improve social communication, joint attention, and emotional recognition in young children. In her most-cited paper (9 citations), she introduced a mean-of-correlation method to optimize the detection of affective states in children, addressing the limitations of contact-based physiological sensors by using behavioral cues instead. She also pioneered a framework for selecting appropriate robots for ASD intervention, evaluating design features that maximize engagement and therapeutic outcomes. Ishak’s design of interactive modules using the Rero humanoid robot (5 citations) provides structured, repeatable activities that support early intervention and language rehabilitation. Her work on an interactive robotic platform for education and language skill rehabilitation (2017) further demonstrates how robots can serve as patient, predictable social partners. Though her citation counts are still growing, Ishak’s contributions are notable for their practical, child-centered approach—moving robotics from lab demonstrations toward real-world clinical and educational settings. Her research offers a promising pathway for scalable, affordable assistive technologies that empower children with ASD to build essential life skills.