Tobias Kopp
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About
Tobias Kopp is an emerging researcher specializing in human-robot interaction (HRI), with a particular focus on trust dynamics, linguistic framing, and the psychological dimensions of human relationships with social and collaborative robots. His most notable contribution examines how the language used to describe robots — whether framing them as human-like or explicitly mechanical — shapes users' evolving trust and distrust during real-world interactions. This work challenges the field's conventional emphasis on anthropomorphic physical design by highlighting communication and framing as equally powerful levers for influencing perceived robot identity. Published across 2022 and 2023, this line of research has already garnered over 20 citations combined, signaling meaningful early traction within the HRI community. Beyond his empirical work, Kopp has taken on an editorial leadership role, co-introducing a special issue dedicated to testing human-social robot interactions, reflecting recognition of his expertise among peers. His research carries practical relevance for designers, engineers, and organizations deploying collaborative robots in workplaces, offering actionable insights into how thoughtful communication strategies can foster appropriate — neither excessive nor insufficient — levels of human trust in robotic systems.
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