Peiyu Zhou

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Peiyu Zhou is a researcher at the forefront of human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on the design and social impact of companion robots for older adults. Their work explores how anthropomorphic features—such as human-like appearance, voice, and behavior—influence user satisfaction and emotional engagement among elderly populations. Zhou’s most-cited paper, "Is Anthropomorphism Better for Older People? Exploring the Effects of Anthropomorphic Companion Robots on Satisfaction" (2025), has already garnered 6 citations, signaling early influence in this rapidly growing field. This study critically examines whether increased anthropomorphism enhances or hinders user experience, offering nuanced insights for robot designers and gerontechnology researchers. Zhou’s contributions bridge robotics, psychology, and aging studies, providing evidence-based guidelines for creating more effective, empathetic assistive technologies. Their work is particularly notable for addressing the ethical and practical implications of humanizing machines for vulnerable users, a topic of increasing relevance as social robots become more integrated into care settings. Zhou’s research is essential reading for students and scholars interested in inclusive design, human-robot trust, and the future of aging-in-place technologies.