Marco Marini

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Marco Marini is a leading researcher in Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), with a focus on designing socially intelligent robots that adapt to human expectations. His work centers on the critical challenge of balancing robot autonomy with user control, particularly in sensitive domains such as cultural heritage, healthcare, and education. Marini’s most-cited paper, “Redefining User Expectations: The Impact of Adjustable Social Autonomy in Human–Robot Interaction” (2023), introduces a novel framework for adaptive social behavior in robots, demonstrating how adjustable autonomy can significantly enhance user acceptance and trust. By allowing robots to dynamically modulate their decision-making based on context and user feedback, Marini’s research bridges the gap between fully autonomous and teleoperated systems. His contributions have been recognized with early citations, underscoring the timeliness and relevance of his work. Marini’s findings are paving the way for more intuitive and acceptable robotic companions, directly addressing societal concerns about automation. His ongoing projects explore the ethical implications of adaptive robots, positioning him as a key voice in the future of human-centered robotics.