Yuzhu Dong

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Yuzhu Dong investigates the intersection of computer graphics, perception, and virtual character animation, with a particular focus on how subtle ocular cues shape human responses to digital avatars. In their most-cited work, "Is the avatar scared? Pupil as a perceptual cue" (4 citations), Dong explores the understudied role of pupil dynamics in conveying emotional states within virtual characters. This research demonstrates that even minute changes in pupil size can significantly influence whether an avatar is perceived as fearful or neutral, highlighting a critical yet often overlooked dimension of realistic character animation. By bridging gaps between psychophysical studies and computer-generated imagery, Dong’s contributions advance the design of more emotionally expressive and believable virtual agents. Their work holds implications for fields ranging from immersive gaming and virtual reality to human-computer interaction and social robotics. As a researcher committed to refining the perceptual authenticity of digital humans, Yuzhu Dong continues to push the boundaries of how we understand and implement non-verbal communication in synthetic environments.