Seung Hee Lee

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Seung Hee Lee explores the intersection of human emotion and minimalist design in virtual and robotic agents. Her research focuses on how abstracted facial features—particularly eyelid positions—can effectively convey complex emotional states, drawing from foundational work by Ekman. In her most cited study, "Emotional Meaning of Eyelid Positions on a One-Eyed 2D Avatar" (2020, 2 citations), Lee demonstrates that even a single-eyed, two-dimensional avatar can communicate nuanced emotions through subtle eyelid movements alone. This work challenges assumptions about the necessity of full facial animation, offering a streamlined approach for expressive, resource-efficient agents. By identifying core visual cues that trigger emotional recognition, Lee’s contributions have implications for human-robot interaction, virtual reality, and accessible design. Her research provides a foundation for creating more intuitive and emotionally resonant digital characters, making her a notable voice in affective computing and minimalist avatar design.