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Study: Social Robots Can Be Used as Role Models to Promote Individual’s Pro-Social Behavior

Monday August 14, 2023

A new study has revealed optimistic prospects for using robots’ behavioral outcomes and social positions to promote pro-social behavior. The findings by Kun Xu, University of Florida College of …
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How Human-Like Should Social Robots Be?

Monday February 7, 2022

The primary function of social robots is for social interaction with human beings. How well they communicate, and how they are perceived by humans, is a primary area of research for Assistant Professor in Emerging Media Kun Xu.

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Video: Using AI to Improve Communication with Social Robots

Wednesday October 20, 2021

The primary function of “social robots” is to facilitate communication with humans, and is being applied in a variety of industries, including education and physical and mental health. Dr. Kun Xu is studying how to enhance that communication through voice, gestures and other social cues.

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Kun Xu Named 2020-2021 UF Global Fellow

Friday December 11, 2020

Kun Xu, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Telecommunication assistant professor in emerging media, has been named a 2020-2021 UF Global Fellow by the UF International …
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First Encounter with Robot Alpha: How Individuals Respond to Social Robot’s Vocal Cues and Gestures

Saturday September 7, 2019

In a day and age where robots and artificial intelligence are a reality, the question of how different humans interact with these machines is key to improving the experience and outcomes.

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