Tiziana Priolo
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89
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About
Tiziana Priolo is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of social robotics and cognitive science, whose work focuses on developing robot-assisted interventions for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Her primary research areas include human-robot interaction, assistive robotics, and the innovative concept of "artificial scaffolding"—using robotic technology to augment social cognition. Priolo's most influential study, "Follow the white robot" (2021, 46 citations), demonstrated the efficacy of robot-assisted training in structured protocols, showing that children with ASD can benefit from guided interactions with social robots. Her 2023 work on artificial scaffolding (24 citations) extends this by proposing how robots can provide environmental support for acquiring new cognitive and social abilities, much like traditional scaffolding in education. Priolo has also explored how sensory sensitivities—particularly visual and hearing processing—affect the outcomes of robot-based training (2022, 10 citations), emphasizing the need for user-adaptive therapies. Her research on motor sounds and imitation with the iCub robot further highlights her commitment to understanding the nuanced sensory experiences of children with ASD. With a growing citation impact and a clear translational focus, Priolo is helping shape a future where robots serve as compassionate, adaptive tools for neurodiverse learners.
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