Robots designed to interact naturally with humans through speech, gestures and emotional cues are often called social robots and offer a unique lens into human psychology. Research in social psychology provides crucial insights into the ways humans form relationships, attribute emotions, and establish trust with social robots. Understanding these psychological processes is essential for improving the design of human-robot interactions and understanding the impact social robots will have on people and society as a whole.
Virtual Patients (VPs) are widely used to simulate clinical scenarios, but most of them lack the interactivity and human-like responsiveness needed to truly prepare students for real-life scenarios. As AI advances, there is a growing interest in how technologies like social robots and large language models (LLMs) could transform this learning experience.
Find out moreCollecting patient feedback is essential for evaluating medical treatments. One valuable method is using Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) questionnaires that capture patients’ experiences before and after care. Yet, challenges like language barriers, reading difficulties, or low motivation can prevent many from completing them. Social robots can play an important role in addressing these challenges.
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Loneliness and social isolation are growing concerns among elderly populations, particularly in assisted living communities. Addressing this, researchers are exploring how social robots can foster engagement and encourage social interactions.
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