Caterina Giannetti
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Caterina Giannetti is a leading voice in human–robot interaction, with a particular focus on the psychological and ethical dimensions of trust between people and machines. Her most-cited work, "Promises and trust in human–robot interaction" (2021, 84 citations), breaks new ground by examining how human-like robots that embody emotional states can influence trust formation—a critical issue as intelligent machines become embedded in daily life. Giannetti’s research bridges social robotics, cognitive science, and moral philosophy, exploring how promises, deception, and perceived agency shape human expectations of robotic partners. Her contributions have helped define a new interdisciplinary framework for designing trustworthy autonomous systems, with implications for healthcare, service robotics, and human–AI collaboration. Beyond her citation impact, Giannetti is recognized for advancing experimental methods that capture subtle trust dynamics in real-time interaction. Her work not only informs engineering practices but also raises essential questions about the ethics of machine behavior, making her a key figure for students and researchers navigating the future of human–technology relationships.
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- 1Promises and trust in human–robot interaction84 citations · 2021