Silvia Julissa Roncal

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

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Silvia Julissa Roncal is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, affective computing, and educational technology. Her work focuses on designing socially intelligent robots that can communicate emotional states and foster inclusive learning environments. Roncal’s most influential contribution is the Daedalus interface (2014, 26 citations), which enables small unmanned aerial vehicles (sUAVs) to simulate and express emotions, with experimental validation demonstrating how people recognize and respond to these robotic emotional cues. This foundational work advances our understanding of human-robot emotional communication. More recently, Roncal developed AllyBot (2024), an educational robot specifically designed for early adolescent girls in Peru. This innovative platform empowers young women in Technology and Art through collaborative learning, directly addressing gender equity in STEM education. By creating culturally tailored robotic tools that enhance progressive learning experiences, Roncal’s research demonstrates how affective robotics can bridge technical skill development with social-emotional growth. Her work represents a significant step toward making robotics more accessible, emotionally engaging, and socially impactful, particularly for underrepresented groups in technology.