Sierra Loiselle
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About
Sierra Loiselle is a researcher whose work sits at the intersection of human-robot interaction, public health, and playful technology design. Her key research areas include social robotics in real-world settings, human-in-the-loop systems, and the deployment of robots to support public health behaviors. Loiselle’s most notable contribution is the development and evaluation of "SanitizerBot," a human-in-the-loop social robot designed to encourage hand sanitizing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Deployed on the Oregon State University campus from October 2020 to June 2021, this eight-month study demonstrated how robots can playfully and effectively support public health measures in real-world, high-traffic environments. The work, published in 2022, has garnered 5 citations and is recognized for its timely, human-centered approach to robotic intervention during a global crisis. Loiselle’s research stands out for its focus on long-term, in-the-wild deployments and its integration of playful interaction to foster compliance with health guidelines. Her work offers valuable insights for researchers interested in socially assistive robotics, human-robot collaboration, and the design of technology for public health emergencies.
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