Robots for Us - Social Perspectives on the Collaborative Design of Ubiquitous Robots

Explore the future of ubiquitous robots in healthcare and social contexts through this closing keynote address from the 31st ACM User Interface Software and Technology Symposium. Delve into Selma Šabanović's research on the collaborative design of socially interactive and assistive robots, focusing on applications for supporting older adults. Examine the psychological impact of robots on individuals, group dynamics, and organizational structures, as well as their influence on our concepts of work, care, and social relationships. Gain insights into the design and implementation of intelligent interactive technologies using social science approaches, and learn about the importance of considering values and ethics in robotics for everyday use. Discover how collaborative design with diverse users, including older adults, clinicians, and children, can shape the future of human-robot interaction.