Dr. Johan Hoorn

Associate Professor

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Biography

Johan Hoorn is an Associate Professor at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, specializing in the development of social robotics and artificial intelligence. His research focuses on the impact of robots on users, with particular attention to communicative technologies, creative virtuality, and emotionally intelligent systems. Hoorn is known for his work on the documentary 'Alice Cares,' which illustrates the interaction between old women and a friendly care robot. This documentary has won several awards, including the national Eureka Prize and the international Prix Grand Écran at the Paris Science Film Festival. He has received prestigious accolades such as the Burgen Scholarship from Academia Europaea and the Lorentz Fellowship from the Royal Dutch Academy of Arts and Sciences. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, emphasizing creativity and technological advancements in society. Hoorn has also participated in various academic lectures and activities, engaging in the societal implications of AI and robotics in eldercare contexts.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2018-01-15 — Present

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam • Amsterdam, Netherlands

Leading research and development in social robotics and artificial intelligence.

Awards

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Eureka Prize

2015-01-01
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Prix Grand Écran

2017-01-01

Courses

Robot Interaction Social Robotics & Activities

Requirements for Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:24
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field 12 ECTS in Research Methods/Statistics 12 ECTS in Clinical Diagnosis/Assessment
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Administered under the Department of Clinical Psychology for Master's in Clinical and Developmental Psychopathology.