Mayli Tafur

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

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Mayli Tafur is a rising researcher at the intersection of educational robotics, human-computer interaction, and social impact, with a particular focus on empowering underrepresented groups through technology. Her most cited work, "Allybot: Design Studio to Enhance Girls' Participation in Technology and Art" (2024), introduces AllyBot—an educational robot designed specifically for early adolescent girls in Peru. This study demonstrates how collaborative, culturally tailored robotics can bridge gender gaps in STEM and art education, contributing directly to gender equity and progressive learning. With 3 citations, it has quickly gained attention for its practical, community-centered approach. Tafur also explores the therapeutic potential of robotics in "PlantiBot: Towards the Design of a Robotic Plant for Mental Health Care" (2025), signaling a broadening interest in socially assistive technologies. Her work is notable for its focus on Latin American contexts, where such innovations are scarce, and for integrating art with engineering to foster inclusive participation. As an emerging scholar, Tafur’s contributions are already shaping conversations around equity-driven design and the role of robotics in education and well-being.