Tahira M. Probst
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Tahira M. Probst is a leading organizational psychologist whose research bridges the critical intersection of workplace safety, job insecurity, and human-robot collaboration. Her work illuminates how technological disruption affects employee well-being and performance, with particular focus on the psychosocial implications of emerging technologies. In her 2023 study on soft growing robots, Probst demonstrated that prior robot experience and physical proximity significantly shape workers' safety perceptions and anxiety levels, revealing that perceived safety hazards and social hesitancy decrease when employees have more exposure to collaborative robots. This research, with 5 citations, provides essential guidance for designing human-robot workspaces that minimize fear and maximize acceptance. Her 2025 investigation into technology-induced job insecurity shows that fears of technological displacement directly impair both in-role and extra-role job performance, with 3 citations already highlighting its timely relevance. Probst's contributions are vital for understanding how organizations can implement automation while preserving employee mental health and productivity. Her work has been recognized for its practical implications in occupational safety and human resource management, making her a key voice in the ongoing dialogue about the future of work in an increasingly automated world.
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