Qiandong Wang
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Qiandong Wang is a leading developmental psychologist whose research bridges social cognition, autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and human-robot interaction. Her most influential work, “The uncanny valley effect in typically developing children and its absence in children with autism spectrum disorders” (2018, 50 citations), fundamentally reshaped our understanding of how children with ASD perceive artificial agents. By systematically varying the human-likeness of robot and virtual reality characters, Wang demonstrated that typically developing children exhibit the classic uncanny valley response—a dip in affinity toward nearly human-like entities—while children with ASD do not, suggesting atypical processing of social cues and familiarity. This finding has profound implications for designing therapeutic interventions and educational technologies for ASD populations. Wang’s research has been widely cited in developmental psychology, robotics, and human-computer interaction, influencing both theoretical models of social cognition and practical applications in assistive technology. Her work continues to illuminate the intersection of atypical development and emerging technologies, making her a pivotal figure in understanding how children with autism engage with the increasingly digital world.
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