Peter Mantello

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

Papers

3

Total Citations

90

H-Index

3

About

Dr. Peter Mantello is a leading scholar at the intersection of artificial intelligence, emotional computing, and sociotechnical systems, with a particular focus on healthcare and digital extremism. His most impactful work investigates the public acceptance and ethical implications of emotional AI—systems designed to recognize and simulate human emotions—within Japan’s healthcare infrastructure. In his highly cited 2022 study (79 citations), Mantello conducted a cross-sectional survey of clinic visitors, revealing critical insights into how cultural and trust factors shape the adoption of emotionally intelligent machines in medical settings. This research, alongside his 2024 nationwide survey (8 citations), provides foundational evidence for policymakers and developers navigating the delicate balance between innovation and patient autonomy. Beyond healthcare, Mantello’s 2023 study on automated extremism (3 citations) pioneers the mapping of how AI agents can amplify radicalization through affective manipulation, a timely contribution to cybersecurity and digital ethics. His work is notable for its empirical rigor and interdisciplinary reach, bridging computer science, psychology, and public policy. With a growing citation footprint, Mantello is shaping how we understand the emotional dimensions of human-machine interaction in high-stakes domains.

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3
H-Index
3
Papers
90
Total Citations
30
Avg Citations/Paper
🏆 Most Cited Paper
Understanding the acceptance of emotional artificial intelligence in Japanese healthcare system: A cross-sectional survey of clinic visitors’ attitude
79 citations · 2022
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2022 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 6
🏛 Institutions: Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

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