• Examine how humans emotionally respond to AI vs. human interactions

• Identify emotional markers (e.g., arousal, valence, engagement) using brain-computer interfaces

• Inform the design of emotionally intelligent AI systems

• Real-time emotional signals captured via Emotiv Insight headset

• Post-interaction surveys with Likert and open-ended questions

• Video recording of sessions

• Emotiv Insight Headset – to record arousal, valence, and engagement

• Scripted Conversational Scenarios – text and voice-based

• AI System – varying levels of emotional intelligence

• Differences in emotional engagement when interacting with AI vs. humans

• Insights into improving emotional resonance in AI-powered systems