Shogo Nishiguchi

Toneyama National Hospital, The University of Osaka

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Shogo Nishiguchi is a pioneering researcher in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), whose work uniquely bridges robotics and contemporary theatre theory. His primary research focuses on designing human-like behaviour in humanoid robots, addressing the critical challenge of how robots can interact with humans in a natural, engaging manner without triggering negative impressions. Nishiguchi’s most influential contribution, "Theatrical approach: Designing human-like behaviour in humanoid robots" (2016, 48 citations), introduces a novel framework that applies principles from colloquial theatre to robot movement and conversation. This work is foundational for creating robots that feel intuitively human, enhancing social acceptance and interaction quality. His earlier paper, "Designing robot behavior in conversations based on contemporary colloquial theatre theory" (2014, 12 citations), further explores how theatrical timing and gesture can improve dialogue flow. Beyond social robotics, Nishiguchi has also contributed to assistive technology with his work on an "Augmented Live Communication Workspace Platform" (2016, 4 citations), designed to support senior workers by leveraging their cognitive abilities. His interdisciplinary approach—merging performance arts with engineering—offers fresh insights for students and researchers aiming to build more empathetic, effective humanoid robots.