Panagiota Anagnostopoulou

National Centre of Scientific Research "Demokritos"

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Panagiota Anagnostopoulou is a leading researcher at the intersection of robotics and developmental psychology, with a focused expertise in robot-assisted therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Her seminal work, "Robotics in Autism Intervention" (2019), has garnered 94 citations, establishing her as a key voice in the field. In this comprehensive review, she systematically analyzed how robotic platforms can serve as powerful tools for enhancing social communication and behavioral interventions in individuals with ASD, bridging the gap between engineering and clinical practice. Her research demonstrates that robots offer predictable, non-judgmental interactions that can reduce anxiety and improve engagement in therapeutic settings. More recently, her 2023 follow-up, "Robotics for Autistic Children," continues to explore the evolving landscape of human-robot interaction in pediatric care. Anagnostopoulou’s contributions are particularly notable for their translational impact—she not only maps the state of the art but also provides actionable frameworks for integrating robotics into real-world intervention programs. Her work has been instrumental in shaping how technology can address lifelong challenges in communication and social reciprocity, making her a pivotal figure for students and researchers interested in assistive robotics, human-robot interaction, and neurodiversity-affirming technologies.