Ying-Hua Peng

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Dr. Ying-Hua Peng explores the intersection of robotics, music therapy, and developmental psychology, with a particular focus on supporting children with autism spectrum disorder. In her most cited work, "Using a humanoid robot for music therapy with autistic children" (2014, 15 citations), Dr. Peng pioneered an innovative approach that combines humanoid robots with musical interaction to enhance social engagement. Her research demonstrates how robotic mimicry and rhythmic play can attract attention, improve concentration, and foster critical social skills in autistic children. By integrating music therapy into human-robot interaction, she has opened new pathways for therapeutic intervention that are both engaging and non-threatening. Though her citation count is modest, the conceptual impact of her work is significant, bridging robotics, clinical therapy, and special education. Dr. Peng’s contributions highlight the potential of socially assistive robots in therapeutic settings, offering a compassionate, technology-driven approach to improving quality of life for neurodiverse individuals. Her work continues to inspire researchers exploring embodied, multimodal interventions for developmental disorders.