Publication
The Uncanny Effect of Speech: the Impact of Appearance and Speaking on Impression Formation in Human–Robot Interactions
This study explores the impact of appearance and speech on human perceptions of faces in human-robot interactions. Three videos were generated depicting the real face of an artist and two virtual versions of the same artist, with increasing resolution and fidelity. Each video was presented with and without speech, with matching levels of fidelity to the faces.
Janie Busby Grant
Psychology Research Lead
Associate Professor Janie Busby Grant is the Psychology Research Lead at CRL, where her work integrates human-robot interaction and artificial intelligence with a foundation in cognitive psychology and research design. With a strong emphasis on practical applications, Janie brings a reconciliatory approach to interdisciplinary research, particularly in exploring factors influencing human perception of, and engagement with robotic systems.
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Damith Herath
Founder/Director Collaborative Robotics Lab
Professor Damith Herath is the Founder and director of the Collaborative Robotics Lab (CRL). His work explores how robots and humans can collaborate, with an emphasis on the intersection of engineering, psychology, and the arts. His interdisciplinary approach actively seeks insights across diverse fields, promoting innovation and collaboration that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries.
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Gurung, N, Busby Grant, J & Herath, D 2023, ‘The Uncanny Effect of Speech: the Impact of Appearance and Speaking on Impression Formation in Human–Robot Interactions’, International Journal of Social Robotics, pp. 1-16. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12369-023-00976-4
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12369-023-00976-4