Rosalind Dolores Picard

Rosalind Dolores Picard is a prominent American scientist and an influential figure in the field of affective computing, which blends technology and emotional intelligence. She is a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and co-founder of the Affective Computing Research Group. Picard's work focuses on creating systems that can recognize, interpret, and respond to human emotions, aiming to improve human-computer interaction. Her research has applications in various fields, including education, mental health, and robotics, and she has authored significant publications that advance our understanding of how technology can understand and engage with human feelings.