Yi Han Victoria Chua

Nanyang Technological University, University of Geneva

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Yi Han Victoria Chua investigates the frontiers of human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on how social robots integrate into corporate workplaces. Her most cited work, "Humanoid co-workers: How is it like to work with a robot?" (2019, 20 citations), presents a pioneering social experiment that introduced the humanoid robot Nadine into a collaborative office environment. This study is notable for being among the first to empirically examine the dynamics of human-robot co-working in real-world corporate settings, moving beyond laboratory simulations. Chua’s research explores the nuanced social and psychological implications of working alongside a humanoid, shedding light on employee perceptions, collaboration patterns, and the practical challenges of integrating robots into daily workflows. Her contributions are significant for informing the design of future workplaces and for advancing our understanding of trust, acceptance, and social presence in human-robot teams. By bridging robotics, organizational psychology, and human factors, Chua’s work provides critical insights for researchers and practitioners shaping the future of work. Her findings underscore the transformative potential—and the complexities—of welcoming robots as genuine co-workers.