Kirsikka Kaipainen
About me
My information at Tampere University's research portal: https://researchportal.tuni.fi/en/persons/kirsikka-kaipainen
Responsibilities
I'm coordinating the Digital and Sustainability Transitions in Society: A Double-Edged Sword (DigiSus) research platform that was launched in the beginning of 2024. In addition, I'm the project manager in the Industry X project and conduct research in the Decarbonizing transport and mobility through data-driven modal shift project. I also have some teaching and supervision duties.
Main positions of trust
I have been a member of the Sustainable Tampere Universities’ network and its Travel subgroup.
Research topics
Digitalization and sustainability, user experience, sustainable mobility, social robotics, societal participation of youth
Research fields
Human-technology interaction
Research career
I worked as a researcher at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland during 2008-2014 in the area of ICT for Health. I defended my PhD in 2014 about health promotion with digital applications.
Latest publications
Benefits, Challenges and Research Recommendations for Social Robots in Education and Learning: A Meta-Review
Barakova, E., Väänänen, K., Kaipainen, K. & Markopoulos, P., 2023, 2023 32nd IEEE International Conference on Robot and Human Interactive Communication (RO-MAN). IEEE, p. 2555-2561 (IEEE RO-MAN).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Developing A Conversational Interface for an ACT-based Online Program: Understanding Adolescents' Expectations of Conversational Style
Peltola, J., Kaipainen, K., Keinonen, K., Kiuru, N. & Turunen, M., 19 Jul 2023, Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Conversational User Interfaces, CUI 2023. ACM, 16 p. 1Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Factors Anticipating Adolescents' Adherence and Dropout in an Online ACT Intervention During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Puolakanaho, A., Kaipainen, K., Keinonen, K., Lappalainen, P., Lappalainen, R. & Kiuru, N., Nov 2023, (E-pub ahead of print) In: CHILD AND FAMILY BEHAVIOR THERAPY.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Hands-On Workshop on Tabletop Role-Playing for Inclusive Design: Imagining Sustainable Futures for ‘Older Adults'
Lengyel, D., Kaipainen, K., Sturdee, M., Heron, M., Lewis, M. & Liddle, J., 2023, 26th International Academic Mindtrek Conference (Mindtrek ’23). ACM, p. 289-293 5 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
Identifying opportunities for social robots in youth services: A case study of a youth guidance center
Kaipainen, K., Jarske, S. & Väänänen, K., 2023, Social Robots in Social Institutions: Proceedings of Robophilosophy 2022. IOS Press, Vol. 366. p. 296-304 (Frontiers in Artificial Intelligence and Applications).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review
In the shadow of COVID-19: A randomized controlled online ACT trial promoting adolescent psychological flexibility and self-compassion
Lappalainen, P., Lappalainen, R., Keinonen, K., Kaipainen, K., Puolakanaho, A., Muotka, J. & Kiuru, N., 2023, In: Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science. 27, p. 34-44 11 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Nuorten Kompassi -hyvinvointiohjelma: Opas nuorten kanssa työskenteleville ammattilaisille
Lappalainen, P., Kiuru, N., Keinonen, K., Lappalainen, R., Puolakanaho, A. & Kaipainen, K., 2023, Jyväskylä. 100 p.Research output: Book/Report › Book › Professional
Supporting Remote Social Robot Design Collaboration with Online Canvases: Lessons Learned from Facilitators’ and Participants’ Experiences
Ahtinen, H-L. A., Kaipainen, K., Jarske, S. & Väänänen, K., 30 Jan 2023, In: International Journal of Social Robotics. 15, p. 317–343 27 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
The Roles of Adherence and Usage Activity in Adolescents’ Intervention Gains During Brief Guided Online Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Hämäläinen, T., Kaipainen, K., Keinonen, K., Lappalainen, P., Puolakanaho, A., Lappalainen, R. & Kiuru, N., Jul 2023, In: JOURNAL OF COGNITIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY: AN INTERNATIONAL QUARTERLY. 37, 3, p. 187-206 20 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Scientific › peer-review
Adolescents' perceptions of the role of social robots in civic participation: An exploratory study
Kaipainen, K., Jarske, S., Varsaluoma, J. & Väänänen, K., 2022, HRI '22: Proceedings of the 2022 ACM/IEEE International Conference on Human-Robot Interaction. IEEE Press, p. 826-830 5 p.Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › Scientific › peer-review