Can Robots Have Emotional Intelligence: Hatice Güneş

Discover how AI and robotics are creating more human-like interactions and their potential applications in everyday life. In this episode, Professor Hatice Güneş talks about her multidisciplinary work, the importance of emotional and affective intelligence, and her insights into the future of social robots. Perfect for anyone interested in AI, robotics, and how technology can improve well-being and community care.

Main topics:

• What is affective intelligence and how does it enable machines to understand human emotions?

• The interdisciplinary nature of social robotics, combining psychology, computer science, and social signals.

• Applications of social robots in healthcare, child well-being assessment, and long-term emotional support.

• Future directions: adaptive, socially aware robots working alongside humans in various environments.

• Personal journey: inspiration, spontaneous moments, and advice for students pursuing robotics and AI.