Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
Emotion scientist and professor of psychology with a particular interest in social robotics and human-robot interaction. Pop-culture nerd. Sci-Fi fan. Trekkie. Owner of guitars.
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A truly multi-disciplinary panel of key note speakers has been announced for ISRE2026 in Brisbane 11-14 July, 2026: Christian von Scheve, Kate Rossmanith, and Ronnie de Sousa. There is still time to submit a paper or symposium at www.isre2026.org Deadline is Nov 21st. Exciting city!
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Stop by the SPR Video Booth (In front of the Elevators, 8th Floor) to film a 60–90 second spotlight on your research. Open to all attendees! #2025SPR
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Jul 10
Parallel Session 6: T4 – CERE2025 - 10th Conference of the Consortium of European Research on Emotion
www.cere2025.com
Looking forward to our symposium on "We still need to know more about how emotions and social context interact in driving facial activity" at next week's CERE in Grenoble
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Jun 16
RobotLAB pledges ‘zero disruption’ to servicing Aldebaran robots despite liquidation of business
With the recent news that French robotics pioneer Aldebaran, the original creator of the NAO and Pepper robots, has entered judicial liquidation, RobotLAB is stepping forward to provide clarity, co…
roboticsandautomationnews.com
Hope for Nao and Pepper robots on the horizon.
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Jun 14
They Asked an A.I. Chatbot Questions. The Answers Sent Them Spiraling.
www.nytimes.com
www.nytimes.com/2025/06/13/t... meltdown - thanks ChatGPT!!!chatgpt-ai-chatbots-conspiracies.html?unlocked_article_code=1.O08.KIMq.jr8ol0K49bEg&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Jun 11
Brian Wilson, visionary creative spirit for the Beach Boys, dies aged 82
Musician, who suffered from mental health problems, wrote and produced the 1966 album Pet Sounds – seen by many as the greatest album of all time
www.theguardian.com
Good night sweet Boy! Brian Wilson dead at 82. www.theguardian.com/music/2025/j...
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Jun 9
Bill Atkinson, Who Made Computers Easier to Use, Is Dead at 74
www.nytimes.com
The passing of #BillAtkinson triggers fond memories of the early days of the #Apple #Macintosh - I still miss #Hypercard - these were days of discovery - right on your desk www.nytimes.com/2025/06/07/t...
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Jun 3
Aldebaran, liquidation d’une icône de la Frenchtech, que valent encore ses actifs ?
Symbole de la robotique française, la société a été placée en liquidation judiciaire le 2 juin. Les actifs, largement dépréciés, témoignent d’un
www.frenchweb.fr
It is game over for Aldebaran, maker of social robots. After a period of being insolvent, a French court yesterday closed the doors of the struggling company. My lab, like dozens of others, depends on Nao and Pepper for research. #socialrobots #aldebaran #robotics
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Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 27
6 ways live music could help combat the loneliness epidemic
A new research review shows live music isn’t just entertainment — it’s a proven way to boost feelings of belonging and community.
theconversation.com
Go out and catch some live music!
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Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 27
The Reading Struggle Meets AI
The crisis has worsened, many professors say. Is it time to think differently?
www.chronicle.com
Is reading over? Are professors' worries expressing a romantic desire for an outmoded activity?
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 27
Ellen S. Berscheid - Wikipedia
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I just received word that Ellen Berscheid passed away last Thursday. Her work, with Elaine Hatfield, greatly impacted how we understand love today. RIP
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Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 26
Coping with Emotional Distress via Self-Disclosure to Robots: An Intervention with Caregivers - International Journal of Social Robotics
People often engage in self-disclosure and social sharing when trying to cope with emotional distress. This study introduces a novel long-term intervention designed to help informal caregivers cope wi...
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Hot off the press: Laban, G., Morrison, V., Kappas, A. et al. Coping with Emotional Distress via Self-Disclosure to Robots: An Intervention with Caregivers. Int J of Soc Robotics (2025). doi.org/10.1007/s123...
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Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 22
Understanding (and counteracting) the appeal of transgressive leaders | Gerben van Kleef
Transgressive leaders appear to enjoy growing popularity across the globe. Why is this so? Synthesizing recent evidence, I propose that (i) such leaders are appealing not despite their transgressive b...
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No wonder we can use Bad as a synonym for impressive Gerben van Kleef argues that transgressive acts by leaders find support not despite the norm violation but because of it. #socialpsychology #toxicleaders #500poundgorilla www.linkedin.com/posts/gerben...
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 20
Opinion | Europe Built Trains. America Built Highways and Regret.
www.nytimes.com
Europe and the US a story of two approaches to trains www.nytimes.com/2025/05/18/o...
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 17
The Mother Who Never Stopped Believing Her Son Was Still There
For decades, Eve Baer remained convinced that her son, unresponsive after a severe brain injury, was still conscious. Science eventually proved her right.
www.theatlantic.com
www.theatlantic.com/magazine/arc... the world is not black and white.
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 16
Why Do Emotions Hijack Our Decisions? The Neuroscience of Impulsivity
Why do some people struggle to control their actions when emotions run high? What happens in the brain when impulsive decisions take over? Why do some brains lose control under high arousal, while oth...
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Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· May 3
Our paper was the top downloaded article in the International Journal of Social Robotics in 2024. Building Long-Term Human–Robot Relationships: Examining Disclosure, Perception and Well-Being Across Time.
Guy Laban, Arvid Kappas, Val Morrison & Emily S. Cross
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Guy Laban, Arvid Kappas, Val Morrison & Emily S. Cross
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Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Mar 20
French scientist denied US entry after phone messages critical of Trump found
France’s research minister said the scientist was traveling to Houston for a conference when his phone was searched
www.theguardian.com
I guess there will be more conferences elsewhere then. Another brick in the wall.
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Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Mar 19
‘It’s beautiful, don’t you think?’ The urban miners unearthing treasure in Belgium’s homes and garages
As the historic town of Leuven strives to become carbon neutral, it is transforming how its building are made – and demolished. Are there lessons for the rest of the world?
www.theguardian.com
Leuven in Belgium demonstrates urban #sustainability. Fantastic. Guardian article #circulareconomy
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Sam Wang
@samwang.bsky.social
· Mar 19
The Cost of the Government’s Attack on Columbia
American universities have given the country prosperity and security. The Trump administration’s attack on academic freedom endangers all of that.
www.theatlantic.com
Today I'm filled with admiration for my university's president, Chris Eisgruber. He's standing up for Columbia and for universities as a home for freedom of ideas, debate, and thought - free of government attack. www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archiv...
Arvid Kappas
@arvidkappas.bsky.social
· Mar 16
Opinion | Musk Said No One Has Died Since Aid Was Cut. That Isn’t True. (Gift Article)
A journey through the front lines of global poverty shows that when the world’s richest men slash aid for the world’s poorest children, the result is sickness, starvation and death.
www.nytimes.com
What kind of people do we want to be? What kind of world do you want to live in?
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The New York Times
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· Mar 14
Ted Lasso to return for Season 4: ‘Ted’s coaching a women’s team’
Apple TV+ has confirmed Jason Sudeikis will reprise his role as Coach Lasso in the Emmy award-winning show.
nyti.ms
From @theathletic.bsky.social: Ted Lasso, the comedy series following an American soccer coach at a fictional English Premier League club, will return for a fourth season. “Ted’s coaching a women’s team.” nyti.ms/4iSspnq
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When One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Many psychological scientists are now calling for a “heterogeneity revolution,” focused on uncovering individual and contextual differences in experimental outcomes.
www.psychologicalscience.org
Many psychological scientists are now calling for a “heterogeneity revolution,” focused on uncovering individual and contextual differences in experimental outcomes.