B. Gleeson

University of British Columbia, University of Utah

Papers

Total Citations

211

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About

Dr. B. Gleeson is a leading researcher in human-robot interaction, with a primary focus on the nuanced dynamics of physical collaboration. Her work masterfully bridges the gap between human social cognition and robotic behavior, particularly in the critical domain of **human-robot handovers**. In her landmark 2014 paper, "Meet Me Where I'm Gazing" (202 citations), Dr. Gleeson provided groundbreaking empirical evidence that imbuing robots with human-like gaze cues significantly improves the timing and perceived quality of object handovers. This foundational work demonstrated that fluent, legible interaction relies on appropriate nonverbal communication, establishing a new standard for collaborative robotics. Her research extends into the subtleties of **haptic perception**, as seen in her 2010 study "Exploration of Tactile Contact in a Haptic Display" (9 citations), where she investigated how contact velocity and transient vibrations shape our tactile experience. By exploring the fundamental physics of touch, Dr. Gleeson’s contributions are essential for designing robots that can interact with humans in a safe, intuitive, and socially-aware manner, making her a pivotal figure in the future of seamless human-machine collaboration.