"Joanne Pransky: A Pioneer in Robotics and AI Remembered"
Women in Robotics has launched a scholarship in honor of Joanne Pransky, known as the "Robotic Psychiatrist," who made significant contributions to the robotics industry by emphasizing the human element in conversations about robotics and automation. The scholarship aims to encourage women and non-binary students to pursue careers in robotics and is currently accepting donations. Pransky, who was a pioneer in social robotics, was known for her passion, compassion, and efforts to make other women in the field feel comfortable.