
Rosalind Picard
Grover M. Hermann Professor of Health Sciences and Technology at the MIT Media Lab and Director of Effective Computing Research. Focuses on affective computing, wearable technologies, and women's health.
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Jun 13, 2024 • 24min
What Technology Can (And Can't) Do | Rosalind Picard & Joshua Knobe
Rosalind Picard, an MIT computer scientist renowned for her work in affective computing, and Joshua Knobe, a Yale philosopher with a focus on the philosophy of mind, dive deep into what it means to be human. They tackle the limitations of AI in replicating true emotions, explore the bond between humans and pets, and examine the ethical concerns surrounding emotional robots. This thought-provoking conversation challenges our understanding of agency, compassion, and the essence of humanity in the face of rapid technological advancement.

Jun 17, 2019 • 1h
Rosalind Picard: Affective Computing, Emotion, Privacy, and Health
Rosalind Picard, an MIT professor and co-founder of Affectiva, revolutionized affective computing, emphasizing how technology can recognize human emotions. She dives into ethical concerns surrounding emotional AI, highlighting privacy issues and the importance of informed consent. The discussion also covers advancements in wearable tech for health, particularly for managing epilepsy, and the quest for AI that establishes genuine emotional connections. Picard urges a responsible approach to AI that meets the diverse emotional needs of users while safeguarding their personal data.

Sep 12, 2025 • 8min
The Future of Women's Health Begins at MIT
Rosalind Picard, the Grover M. Hermann Professor at MIT and a pioneer in affective computing, shares her insights on the intersection of technology and women's health. She discusses the evolution of wearable devices that enhance emotional intelligence and their potential to address gaps in women's health research. Picard also highlights innovative technologies aimed at improving sleep and breast cancer detection. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, she emphasizes how these advancements can bridge health disparities and transform medical practices.

May 19, 2025 • 17min
REWIND: Emotional Intelligence
Rosalind Pickard, a MIT professor specializing in affective computing, dives into the intriguing potential of AI to experience emotions. She discusses the groundbreaking android Sophia and its implications for healthcare and education. The conversation also revisits the infamous Clippy, revealing its failures in emotional understanding. Pickard emphasizes the challenges of merging AI with human emotional intelligence, while exploring the profound emotional interactions illustrated in the Gospels, contrasting them with stoic philosophy.

Apr 3, 2024 • 35min
Rosalind Picard - Episode 51
Special guest Rosalind Picard, inventor and engineer, joins host Scott Hanselman to discuss affective computing, human emotions, ethical AI interactions, monitoring blood sugar levels with wearable tech, navigating AI and emotions, and the significance of facial expressions in communication and learning.