Yuan-Ling Feng

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Yuan-Ling Feng is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, child-robot storytelling, and conflict mediation. Her work explores how robots can serve as social actors in complex, emotionally charged contexts—from live theatre with children to remote conflict resolution. In her highly cited 2020 study on multi-robot theatre, Feng demonstrated how children interpret robots’ contextual behaviors during live performances, revealing critical insights for designing engaging, collaborative storytelling experiences that move beyond single-robot protagonists. This work, with 9 citations, has shaped the design of richer, more interactive robotic narratives for young audiences. More recently, Feng introduced ROMEO, a robot designed for haptic mediation in remote conflicts. Her 2024 paper, with 4 citations, investigates how users metaphorically interpret robotic tactile stimuli during real disagreements, laying the groundwork for robots that can de-escalate tension through touch. By blending cognitive science, design, and robotics, Feng’s contributions are defining new frontiers in socially aware robots—whether on stage or in the living room—making her a key voice in the future of empathetic, context-sensitive robotic systems.