Yaw Long Chua

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Yaw Long Chua is a researcher focused on human-robot interaction and STEM education, with a particular emphasis on the cultural and regional acceptance of robotics in Malaysia. His work bridges the gap between technological development and societal integration, exploring how robots can be effectively introduced into educational and domestic settings. Chua’s most cited paper, “Utilizing autonomous mobile robot to increase interest in STEM” (2017, 8 citations), addresses the critical decline in STEM interest among youth in developing countries like Malaysia, proposing mobile robots as an engaging pedagogical tool to reinvigorate student curiosity. His subsequent study, “Uncanny valley: A preliminary study on the acceptance of Malaysian urban and rural population toward different types of robotic faces” (2018, 4 citations), investigates how cultural and geographical factors influence people’s comfort with robotic appearances—a key consideration for designing robots intended for homes, schools, and elderly care centers. By examining the uncanny valley effect within a Malaysian context, Chua provides valuable insights for creating more socially acceptable robots. His work is particularly notable for addressing the unique challenges of introducing robotics into diverse communities, making him a significant contributor to the field of culturally-aware human-robot interaction.