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Ilias A. Katsanis is a researcher at the forefront of socially assistive robotics for autism interventions, focusing on how human-robot interaction can support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). His work centers on designing safe, low-cost robotic systems and establishing criteria for their effective deployment in therapeutic settings. Katsanis’s most cited paper, “An Architecture for Safe Child–Robot Interactions in Autism Interventions” (2021, 14 citations), proposes a framework to ensure safety and efficacy, while his 2020 study on design criteria (6 citations) provides foundational guidelines for the field. He also led the development of a low-cost robot for child-robot interaction (2022, 5 citations), demonstrating practical, accessible solutions. His pilot study in Greece (2022, 2 citations) explores children’s perceptions of mini-humanoid robots using psychometric scales, offering insights into user acceptance. Katsanis’s contributions bridge engineering and psychology, advancing ethical, scalable tools for autism therapy. His work is notable for its emphasis on affordability and safety, making robotic interventions more accessible to diverse populations.