Future Human-Technology Interactions and Their Intelligent Applications

Dear Colleagues,

The domain of human–technology interaction stands at the forefront of innovation, driving progress in fields such as affective intelligence, applied machine learning, assistive technology, and robotics. This synergy between human and machine holds immense promise for enhancing various aspects of human life, spanning healthcare, education, smart cities, and beyond. Within this dynamic landscape, the exploration of interdisciplinary topics becomes imperative, paving the way for groundbreaking research and transformative applications.

This Special Issue (SI) endeavors to delve into the multifaceted dimensions of human–technology interaction, with a focus on advancing understanding and fostering innovation across diverse domains. Potential themes for original research contributions include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Applied machine learning applications in healthcare, education, and smart cities;
• Human–robot interaction (HRI) and its implications for enhancing human capabilities and experiences;
• Affective intelligence encompassing affective robotics, affective computing, and emotion recognition;
• Behavior analysis and its role in understanding human behavior and guiding technological interventions;
• Social robotics and its potential to augment social interactions and address societal challenges;
• Assistive technology innovations aimed at improving accessibility and quality of life for individuals with diverse needs;
• The integration of affective intelligence and machine learning for personalized and adaptive systems;
• Human–machine interaction modalities, including brain–computer interfaces, speech recognition, and biometrics;
• Ethical considerations and societal implications of advancing human–technology interaction.

We invite researchers from academia, industry, and beyond to contribute their original research, reviews, and perspectives to this SI, facilitating interdisciplinary discourse and catalyzing impactful advancements at the interface between humans and technology.

Dr. Diego R. Faria
Guest Editor

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• advancements in affective intelligence
• applied machine learning
• assistive technology
• robotics for health, education, and smart cities