"New Advances in Virtual Humans" is a specialized book that focuses on the latest developments in the field of virtual humans (VH). It offers a comprehensive analysis of cognitive and emotional behaviors that are significant for the development of intelligent virtual agents. The book is divided into several chapters that illuminate various aspects of research and application of virtual humans. The first section provides an introduction to the current state of the art, followed by a detailed examination of cognitive and emotional processes. A central theme is the modeling of interactions within groups of virtual humans, which is addressed in the subsequent chapters. Additionally, the automatic modeling of facial expressions is discussed, which is crucial for the realism of virtual humans. Finally, a case study on an intelligent kiosk avatar is presented, demonstrating the practical applicability of the concepts introduced.