Enhancing wellbeing through smart nudging and social robots

THIS EVENT IS HELD IN ENGLISH.

CONTENT:

The seminar is organised by SKEMA Centre for Artificial Intelligence (SCAI).

The Research Seminar Series organised by the Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence convenes faculty, PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and alumni for in-depth discussions by recognised scholars on how artificial intelligence creates business, ethical and societal value. The goal of the series is to stimulate interdisciplinary research, campus-wide interactions and networking.

ABSTRACT:

This seminar explores the role of social robots as smart nudging, emphasizing their potential to enhance value co-creation and improve human experiences and wellbeing. Social robots, designed to interact socially and assist with tasks, are increasingly integrated into service provision, addressing both functional and emotional needs. Smart nudging, leveraging artificial intelligence, subtly influences decision-making processes to promote beneficial behaviors without restricting options. In this talk I will examine how AI-driven choice architectures can be leveraged to extend engagement, widen resource accessibility, and augment human agency. In detail, I will delve into the mechanisms through which social robots impact psychological, physical, and social wellbeing. Psychological wellbeing is enhanced through improved decision-making and mental engagement facilitated by smart nudges and AI-driven insights. Physical wellbeing benefits from the motivational and supportive roles of social robots, encouraging healthier behaviors and active living. Social wellbeing is bolstered by their interactive capabilities, which help mitigate loneliness and foster social bonds. By presenting findings from various field projects with the robots Pepper, Hiro, Abii, and others, I will provide insights into the theoretical contributions and practical impacts of social robots and smart nudging on overall human well-being.

AUDIENCE:

Anyone interested in the subject. No prior knowledge is required. Each seminar is an opportunity to develop reflection and debate with top scholar speakers. 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

This seminar will be held online via Teams and also in person. 

It is organised on the SKEMA Campus Grand Paris (Suresnes). Should you wish to attend in person, please send an e-mail to krystel.guilloux@skema.edu ​so that you can access the campus. 

GUEST SPEAKER:

Cristina Mele, Professor Service Innovation, University of Naples Federico II