Peter G. Lindmark

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Peter G. Lindmark explores the evolving frontier of human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on how people perceive and communicate with artificial agents. His most-cited work, “I Believe in a Thing Called Bot: Perceptions of the Humanness of ‘Chatbots’” (2018, 75 citations), challenges assumptions about machine-mediated communication by demonstrating that even a researcher-operated chatbot can shape perceptions of humanness. This study positions communication research as central to understanding the social dynamics of human-robot encounters. Lindmark’s contributions extend beyond traditional media studies, bridging gaps between interpersonal communication theory and emerging technologies. His work has been influential in prompting scholars to reconsider the boundaries of social presence and authenticity in digital interactions. By examining how users attribute human-like qualities to chatbots, Lindmark provides critical insights for designers, ethicists, and communicators navigating an increasingly automated world. His research continues to inform debates on trust, deception, and relationality in human-machine communication.