Where Robotics Meets Education: Advancing Learning, Manipulation, and Locomotion in Embodied Robotics
Where Robotics Meets Education
Advancing Learning, Manipulation, and Locomotion in Embodied Robotics
- From Research Vision to Research Reality -
Jointly organized by DOBOT, Syracuse University, and the University of Kentucky, this workshop brings together leading professors at the forefront of embodied AI research, alongside student paper presentations, live demos of DOBOT’s latest robotics innovations, in-depth analyses of frontier AI robot deployments in real-world industries, and a forward-looking panel on the future of physical AI — from hardware and software to full-scenario integration.
We are not here to pitch products; we are here to catalyze a shared conversation among academia, industry, and emerging talent. With Syracuse and Kentucky as our co-hosts, we aim to build the collaborative research infrastructure that will define the next generation of intelligent machines — in the lab, in the classroom, and beyond.
📅 Date & Time
September 29, 2026 (Tuesday) | 13:30 – 17:00
Optional dinner banquet to follow
📍 Location
Meeting Room 415, David L. Lawrence Convention Center
1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Workshop Highlights
Keynote by faculties from University of Kentucky and Syracuse University
Product and demo sessions from DOBOT
Panel discussions on robot foundation and industry-education integration
Networking with researchers, professionals, operators, partners across the Dobot Robotics ecosystem
Workshop Agenda
🎤 Featured Speakers & Panelists
Stella Wang – VP of Global Education, DOBOT
IROS Organizing Committee Representative
Mike Szesterniak – DOBOT USA LLC
Biyun Xie – University of Kentucky
Zhenyu Gan – Syracuse University
Roy Wu – University of Maryland, Baltimore County
Frank Zhao – CEO, Mira Robot
Plus additional panelists from academia and industry.
👥 Who Should Attend?
Robotics researchers and AI engineers
University faculty and lab directors
EdTech professionals and curriculum developers
Industry leaders in automation and embodied AI
Graduate students and postdocs interested in human‑robot interaction
✨ Why You Can’t Miss This
Get first‑hand insights into DOBOT’s latest embodied AI platforms
Engage in lively panel debates on the future of robotics education
Experience live hardware demonstrations
Network with leading experts from IROS and top universities
Contribute to shaping the next‑generation talent development ecosystem
🔗 Register Now
Spaces are limited – secure your spot today!
We look forward to turning research vision into reality with you in Pittsburgh!