Nurmala Irdawaty Hassan
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Dr. Nurmala Irdawaty Hassan is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of assistive robotics and special needs education. Her key research areas include human-robot interaction, social robotics for therapy, and sustainable technology interventions for children with developmental disorders. Dr. Hassan’s most notable contribution is her work on the "Robo therapist," a social robot designed to teach basic facial expressions to special needs children in Malaysia. This innovative approach addresses critical deficits in social interaction and gaze interpretation, offering a sustainable and engaging therapeutic tool. Despite being a relatively recent publication (2018), this work has already garnered 3 citations, signaling growing interest in culturally adapted robotic interventions. Dr. Hassan’s research is distinguished by its focus on low-cost, scalable solutions that can be implemented in resource-limited settings, making her a key figure in the global movement toward inclusive educational technologies. Her work not only advances the field of social robotics but also provides practical, evidence-based tools for therapists and educators working with special needs populations.
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