Martina Lein

Martina Lein is a Researcher at the Chair of Computer Science V (Socially Interactive Agents) within the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Würzburg. She holds an M.Sc. in Media Communication from Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg, with a focus on social robotics in both her bachelor's and master's theses. Since 2016, she has worked as a tutor and research assistant, focusing on robotics applications in healthcare, hospitality, and education. She is actively involved in projects like ESF-ZDEX and has contributed to over 9 peer-reviewed publications since 2019.

Education:

• Bachelor's in Media Communication (University of Würzburg), Thesis: Social Robotics
• Master's in Media Communication (University of Würzburg), Thesis: Social Robotics

Research Interests: Martina's work centers on social robotics, particularly in healthcare and hospitality contexts. She explores human-robot interaction, stakeholder collaboration in robotics design, and the application of robotics in educational settings. Her research combines empirical studies with iterative design methodologies to evaluate real-world deployments and user experiences.

Recent Research Trends: Her publications emphasize field studies in diverse environments—such as hotels, medical offices, and schools—highlighting practical applications of social robots. She investigates speech design, emotional expression, and user engagement through multi-methods approaches, often collaborating with industry stakeholders.

Labs/Teams: She is part of the Socially Interactive Agents team, which develops robots for service, education, and healthcare sectors.