Angela Sorgente
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Angela Sorgente’s research sits at the intersection of developmental psychology and human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on how emerging adults conceptualize and anticipate future technologies. Her most-cited work, a 2021 latent profile analysis, explores the nuanced expectations that young people hold for the next generation of robots—a critical step in bridging the gap between technological possibility and user readiness. By identifying distinct profiles of robotic needs, Sorgente provides a framework for designing robots that align with the psychological and social realities of their future users. This work, with 16 citations, has already informed discussions on user-centered design in robotics. Beyond this, her broader contributions examine how developmental transitions shape attitudes toward technology, offering insights that are vital for engineers, policymakers, and educators. Sorgente’s research is notable for its methodological rigor and its human-first approach to innovation, making her a key voice in understanding how generations adapt to—and shape—the technologies that will define their lives.
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