Steve Stroessner

Steve Stroessner is a Professor at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His research focuses on social cognition, exploring how social categories influence perceptions of both humans and non-human entities like robots and shapes. He examines topics such as stereotyping, prejudice, human-robot interaction, and the cognitive processes underlying social judgments. His work challenges traditional boundaries between social psychology and emerging technologies, emphasizing the implications of robotics on societal perceptions.

Research Interests:

• Stereotyping and Prejudice
• Human-Machine Interaction
• Social Cognition in Technology
• Gender and Racial Bias

Stroessner's recent publications address the perception of robots through scales like the RoSAS, gendered features in voice and design affecting social judgment, and the cognitive underpinnings of social categorization. His work bridges theoretical psychology with applied contexts, such as healthcare diagnostics and workplace evaluations. No scientific awards or grants were explicitly mentioned in the provided materials.