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Robot Helps Kids with Autism Explore Their World

UD1 the robot may not have a very cute name, but this robot can help children with autism and other disabilities gain access to their world.

Children-Robot Interaction: A Pilot Study in Autism Therapy Kozima, H.; Nakagawa, C.; Yasuda, Y. , Progress in Brain Research, Volume 164, p.385-400, (2007) Layperson Summary
Perspectives on Mobile Robots as Tools for Child Development and Pediatric Rehabilitation Michaud, F.; Salter, T.; Duquette, A.; Laplante, J. , Asst Technology, Volume 19, Issue 1, p.21-36, (2007) Layperson Summary

Kaspar the Robot May Help Children with Autism

Kaspar the robot can blink his eyes, move his mouth, and act startled at a sudden gesture. In short, he can mimic some human behavior.

Computerized Lifelong Mentoring Support Using Robot for Autistic Individuals Ijichi, S.; Ijichi, N. , Medical Hypotheses, Volume 68, Issue 3, p.493-498, (2007) Layperson Summary
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