Chinenye Augustine Ajibo

The University of Osaka, Kyoto Seika University

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Chinenye Augustine Ajibo is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction (HRI), specializing in how android robots can leverage emotionally expressive behaviors to influence human attitudes and actions. His work centers on designing socially appropriate negative expressions—such as anger and frustration—and evaluating their persuasive impact in real-world contexts. A standout contribution is his 2021 study on using robot intention-based behaviors to promote adherence to WHO COVID-19 guidelines, which has garnered 11 citations and highlights the practical potential of socially assistive robotics in public health. His 2020 paper on analyzing body gestures in anger expression, published in *Advanced Robotics* (9 citations), provides foundational insights into non-verbal communication in androids. Most recently, his 2025 work explores how negative expressions by social robots can be engineered for ethical persuasion while maintaining social norms. Ajibo’s research bridges affective computing, social robotics, and behavior change, offering a nuanced understanding of how robots can serve as effective, socially-aware agents. His work is essential reading for anyone interested in the future of empathetic and persuasive human-robot interaction.