Sanna Westberg

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Dr. Sanna Westberg is a leading researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction (HRI) and social robotics, with a particular focus on how people perceive and engage with autonomous systems. Her work critically examines the design and functionality of both social humanoid robots and telepresence platforms, exploring the nuanced dynamics of human–robot interfaces. In her highly cited 2025 study, "Navigating the Human–Robot Interface—Exploring Human Interactions and Perceptions with Social and Telepresence Robots," Dr. Westberg conducted controlled experiments comparing user experiences with Pepper, a social humanoid, and Double 3, a self-driving telepresence robot. This foundational research has already garnered 5 citations, underscoring its timely relevance to the field. Her contributions are pivotal in informing the ethical and practical design of robots intended for social and professional settings, bridging the gap between technological capability and human comfort. Dr. Westberg’s work is essential reading for students and researchers interested in the future of collaborative robotics, user-centered design, and the psychological dimensions of human-machine coexistence.