Youri Okkerse

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Youri Okkerse is a researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction and developmental psychology, with a focus on designing social robots that support children’s well-being. Their most-cited work, “A Trustworthy Robot Buddy for Primary School Children” (2022, 19 citations), investigates which robot features foster trust in child-robot relationships and examines whether social robots can reduce stress as effectively as traditional interventions like listening to classical music. This research addresses a critical gap in understanding how robots can serve as reliable companions in educational settings. Okkerse’s contributions help define the boundaries of robot-assisted emotional support, offering evidence-based insights for designing trustworthy, child-friendly technologies. By blending empirical studies with practical design implications, their work has informed both academic discourse and real-world applications in primary school environments. With a growing citation record and a focus on ethical, developmentally appropriate robotics, Okkerse is shaping how next-generation social robots can be integrated into children’s lives in safe and meaningful ways.