Quaneisha JENKINS

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

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Quaneisha Jenkins is a pioneering researcher in human-robot interaction (HRI), with a specialized focus on trust dynamics in high-stakes, life-saving applications. Her work centers on understanding how human operators perceive and rely on autonomous systems, particularly in emergency response scenarios. Jenkins’s most influential contribution, "MEASURING TRUST OF HUMAN OPERATORS IN NEW GENERATION RESCUE ROBOTS" (2008), has garnered 38 citations and remains a foundational study in the field. In this work, she explored how advancements in fluid-power technology—designed to enhance rescue robot mobility and robustness—alter operator trust metrics, a critical factor for effective deployment in hazardous environments. By bridging engineering innovation with cognitive psychology, Jenkins has helped shape the design of more intuitive and trustworthy robotic systems. Her research underscores the importance of human factors in robotics, influencing both academic inquiry and practical development in emergency response technologies. For students and researchers, Jenkins’s work offers a compelling case study on the intersection of trust, technology, and real-world impact.