Henny Admoni
Robotics Institute
Carnegie Mellon University
About Professor Henny Admoni
Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) stands as a global beacon for innovation, particularly within the fields of robotics and artificial intelligence. The Robotics Institute at CMU is consistently recognized as a top-ranked department, renowned for its pioneering contributions and cutting-edge research that reshapes the future of technology. Its unique interdisciplinary environment fosters groundbreaking discoveries and provides unparalleled opportunities for graduate studies in Pittsburgh. The Institute boasts a rich history of academic excellence, attracting leading minds and offering state-of-the-art facilities, making it an ideal hub for students and faculty dedicated to advancing the frontiers of robotics. This prestigious setting underpins the transformative work conducted by its esteemed faculty.
🧬Research Focus
Associate Professor Henny Admoni, leading the Human and Robot Partners (HARP) Lab within this esteemed institute, focuses her research on vital aspects of human-robot interaction and assistive robotics. Her work is dedicated to developing social robots capable of understanding nuanced nonverbal behavior, including gaze and gesture, alongside verbal cues to enable seamless collaboration. Professor Admoni’s innovative computational models enhance robot perception and facilitate human activity forecasting, leading to advancements in human-centered robotics. Applications are diverse, spanning rehabilitation robotics, robot tutoring, and shared autonomy systems, all aimed at creating trustworthy robotic partners that significantly improve daily quality of life and human capability through intelligent, intuitive assistance.
🎓Student Fit & Career
Prospective PhD students eager to contribute to the next generation of intelligent robotic systems will find an exceptional academic mentorship experience under Professor Admoni. Ideal candidates possess strong foundational knowledge in robotics, computer science, artificial intelligence, cognitive psychology, or related engineering disciplines, coupled with a passion for interdisciplinary research. Students will thrive by engaging with complex challenges at the intersection of human behavior and autonomous systems. Graduates from the HARP Lab are well-prepared for impactful careers, pursuing post-doctoral research, leading industry innovation in companies developing advanced robotic systems, or contributing to academic and research institutions focused on human-robot collaboration and assistive technology.
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