Chui Yi Chan

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Chui Yi Chan is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction, with a particular focus on the social dynamics of desktop-size interactive robots. Her work bridges robotics, psychology, and design to understand how small-scale robots can effectively engage humans in caring, education, and entertainment contexts. In her landmark pilot study, Chan systematically examined how robot behavior and appearance influence human perception of social attributes—a critical foundation for designing more intuitive and accepted robotic companions. Though early in her career, her contributions are already shaping the discourse on non-humanoid robot sociality, with her most-cited paper laying essential groundwork for future studies. Chan’s research addresses a pressing gap: as desktop robots become ubiquitous, understanding the subtle factors that make them feel socially present is vital. Her work promises to inform the next generation of empathetic, context-aware robots, and she continues to explore how minimal design and behavioral cues can maximize social connection.