Yvonne Leung
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Yvonne Leung is a researcher whose work lies at the intersection of human-robot interaction, social robotics, and cognitive modeling. Her research explores how people naturally adapt their behavior when interacting with robotic agents, particularly those equipped with attention models that simulate human-like focus. In her most-cited paper, “C’Mon Dude!”: Users Adapt Their Behaviour to a Robotic Agent with an Attention Model (2015, 21 citations), Leung demonstrates that humans intuitively modify their speech and gestures when a robot appears to “pay attention” or not, revealing the subtle dynamics of human-robot communication. This work contributes to designing more intuitive and socially aware robots, with implications for assistive technologies, education, and collaborative AI. Leung’s findings underscore the importance of non-verbal cues and adaptive behavior in building trust and engagement between humans and machines. Her research is a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in how robotic agents can be programmed to leverage natural human social instincts, paving the way for more seamless and effective human-robot collaboration.
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