Cambridge, MA, United States of America

Cynthia Breazeal

This inventor holds 8 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignees: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Jibo, Inc., Sqn Venture Income Fund, L.p.. Active years: 2013-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Cynthia Breazeal. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/cynthia-breazeal

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 8 

% Patents Active = 87.5

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 254(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:


Years Active: 2013-2021

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8 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Cynthia Breazeal: Pioneering Social Robotics

Introduction

Cynthia Breazeal is a prominent inventor and researcher known for her groundbreaking work in social robotics. Based in Cambridge, MA, she has made significant contributions to the field, holding a total of eight patents. Her innovative approach focuses on creating robots that can engage in meaningful social interactions with humans.

Latest Patents

Among her latest patents is "Engaging in human-based social interaction for performing tasks using a persistent companion device." This invention describes a persistent companion robot that detects human interaction cues through various sensory inputs. The robot can express skills that involve interacting with humans through both verbal and non-verbal means, facilitating social interactions, performing utilitarian tasks, informing, and entertaining users. Another notable patent is "Apparatus and methods for providing a persistent companion device." This method involves a telecommunications-enabled robotic device that photographs individuals in a user's environment based on specific time parameters, resulting in valuable photographs.

Career Highlights

Cynthia Breazeal has had a distinguished career, working with esteemed organizations such as the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Jibo, Inc. Her work has been instrumental in advancing the field of robotics, particularly in developing robots that can understand and respond to human emotions and social cues.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Breazeal has collaborated with various professionals, including Fardad Faridi and Jun Ki Lee. These collaborations have further enriched her research and contributed to the development of innovative robotic technologies.

Conclusion

Cynthia Breazeal's contributions to social robotics have paved the way for future advancements in human-robot interaction. Her patents and career achievements reflect her dedication to creating robots that enhance social engagement and improve human experiences.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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