Roberta Romualdi
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Roberta Romualdi is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a specific focus on the application of social robotics in pediatric healthcare. Her work centers on developing and evaluating robotic interventions to alleviate psychological distress in children undergoing stressful medical experiences. Romualdi’s most cited study, a randomized clinical trial using the social robot NAO in a pediatric emergency department, demonstrated that robotic companionship can significantly reduce children’s anxiety while waiting for consultations. This landmark paper, with 46 citations, provides critical evidence for integrating socially assistive robots into clinical settings. By bridging the gap between engineering and child psychology, Romualdi has pioneered a compassionate, technology-driven approach to patient care. Her research not only advances the field of social robotics but also offers a scalable, non-pharmacological tool to improve the emotional well-being of young patients. Through her work, Romualdi is shaping a future where robots serve as empathetic allies in medicine, making her a vital voice in the intersection of robotics and pediatric health.
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