Yuki Kodama

University of Tsukuba, Shibaura Institute of Technology

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Yuki Kodama is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a focus on telepresence robotics and the social dynamics of remote communication. Her work explores how embodiment—the physical presence of a robot—can enhance social telepresence, bridging the gap between remote workers and their colleagues. In her most-cited study (2016, 11 citations), she demonstrated that using a humanoid robot as a telepresence platform significantly improves the sense of social presence compared to basic display-only robots, and she further investigated how varying the robot's body size affects user perception. Kodama also addresses the critical issue of isolation in telework; her 2018 paper (8 citations) proposes a telepresence robot system that triggers informal conversations by mimicking human greeting structures, fostering spontaneous interaction among remote teams. Earlier in her career, she contributed to the design of service management systems for robot technology (RT) services, aiming to create adaptive, situation-aware robots that respond to user requests. With a cumulative impact of over 20 citations, Kodama’s work is shaping the future of remote collaboration and socially intelligent robotics.