Linda Page Neelly
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Dr. Linda Page Neelly is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of developmental robotics, embodied cognition, and autism intervention. Her most impactful work, a pilot randomized controlled trial (76 citations), demonstrated how embodied rhythm and robotic interventions can significantly enhance both spontaneous and responsive social attention in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This study broke new ground by moving beyond static, screen-based therapies to leverage dynamic, physical interaction with robots—a paradigm shift that has influenced subsequent research in human-robot interaction for neurodevelopmental conditions. Dr. Neelly’s contributions lie in rigorously testing how rhythmic, full-body engagement with robotic systems can scaffold social reciprocity, offering a novel, scalable approach to early intervention. Her work has been cited in fields ranging from clinical psychology to artificial intelligence, underscoring its interdisciplinary reach. By bridging robotics and developmental science, she has opened new pathways for understanding and supporting social attention in ASD, making her a key figure in the growing field of socially assistive robotics.
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