Aida Zhanatkyzy
Papers
14
Total Citations
138
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About
Aida Zhanatkyzy is a prominent researcher at the intersection of social robotics, autism therapy, and educational technology, with a particular focus on how robots can support vulnerable populations including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and developmental delays. Her most impactful work centers on robot-assisted autism therapy (RAAT), where she has conducted some of the field's more rigorous large-scale clinical investigations, examining socio-emotional outcomes across 34 children with diverse diagnoses and exploring how individual differences shape therapeutic responses. Her most cited paper (28 citations) demonstrated the critical role of parental involvement in RAAT, offering practical guidance for clinicians and families alike. Zhanatkyzy has also made notable contributions to educational robotics in Central Asia, developing the CoWriting Kazakh system to support Kazakhstan's historic transition from Cyrillic to Latin script — work that has attracted 21 citations and reflects her sensitivity to cultural and linguistic contexts. Her more recent Montessori-inspired Älıpbi project further extends this commitment to innovative literacy solutions. Across more than 90 cumulative citations, her body of work stands out for its clinical rigor, cultural relevance, and genuine potential to improve outcomes for children who need it most.
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- 1Effects of Parental Involvement in Robot-Assisted Autism Therapy28 citations · 2022
- 2CoWriting Kazakh21 citations · 2020
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- 5Multi-Purposeful Activities for Robot-Assisted Autism Therapy11 citations · 2023
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