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 Journalism and Communications Media Production, Management, and Technology assistant professor in emerging media, were featured in “A Mini Imitation Game: How…
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Social robots today are a $2 billion industry, which is expected to grow to $11 billion by 2026. While some believe that social robots are just human-like versions of voice assistants like Siri and Alexa, the emerging technology is being used in a variety of areas, including public health, elderly…
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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. Kun Xu, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Assistant Professor in Emerging Media, is studying how to enhance that communication…
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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 Center and the Office of Global Research. As a fellow, Xu will conduct a study of how users’ feedback, social groups, and…
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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. University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Assistant Professor Kun Xu sought to determine how humans perceive robots…
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