Vu Hoai Lam
Papers
1
Total Citations
2
H-Index
1
About
Dr. Vu Hoai Lam is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction, cultural studies, and the sociology of technology. His most notable work, "Sacred or uncanny? Exploring visitors’ reaction to a robotic saint in exhibition" (2024, 2 citations), breaks new ground by empirically examining how people respond to religious robots—a topic that challenges traditional boundaries between the sacred and the technological. By designing and deploying a robotic saint in a real exhibition setting, Lam provided rare, firsthand data on visitor reactions, revealing a complex blend of reverence and unease. This study is among the first to move beyond theoretical debates about AI and spirituality, offering concrete insights into how emerging technologies reshape cultural and religious experiences. Though early in its citation life, the paper has already sparked interdisciplinary conversations in robotics, anthropology, and religious studies. Lam’s work is vital for researchers and students interested in the social implications of AI, demonstrating how even niche applications can illuminate broader questions about what it means to be human in an age of intelligent machines.
Research Focus
Key Achievements
Top Papers
- 1