Naama Aharony
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About
Naama Aharony is a leading researcher in human–robot interaction (HRI), with a focus on designing robotic systems that enhance user trust, acceptance, and performance in physically interactive settings. Her work centers on transparency in HRI—specifically, developing bidirectional transparency models that improve communication and usability between humans and robots. In her highly cited 2024 paper (7 citations), she introduced a novel transparency-based action model implemented in a robotic physical trainer, demonstrating how clear, two-way information exchange can significantly boost system trust and task outcomes. Her 2022 study on robotic exercise trainers further explores how failures and different levels of task-oriented HRI affect user acceptance and trust, addressing critical barriers to deploying robots in health and wellness contexts. By tackling real-world challenges like motivation and accessibility in physical training, Aharony’s research bridges robotics, psychology, and human factors. Her contributions are vital for developing socially intelligent robots that can serve as effective, trusted partners in rehabilitation, fitness, and daily assistance, making her work highly relevant for students and researchers interested in trustworthy, user-centered robotics.
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