AI4Robotics workshop 2024

Since their inception, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics have been intrinsically connected. Yet, the two communities are not always interacting as much as they should. The increasing specialization within each field tends to overlook their deeper link, posing challenges in keeping up to date with each other's advancements. This highlights the critical need for an interdisciplinary forum to harmonize efforts across both domains.

Additionally, many research labs lack access to essential resources. This includes both the high-cost robot hardware required for practical application of theories and the computational resources necessary for training large neural networks. By fostering collaborations between AI and robotics researchers, we can significantly enhance research efficiency and accelerate scientific breakthroughs.

The AI for Robotics Workshop, on Friday 5th April 2024, was designed to provide an opportunity for AI researchers and roboticists to come together and exchange ideas, learn about the latest developments in both fields, encourage networking, and initiate collaborations. Organised as a one day event in Tilburg, The Netherlands, it featured invited talks on the latest advances in both AI and Robotics from leading researchers.

Understanding the importance of inclusive participation, registration for the workshop was offered as free, kindly provided by sponsors. This included a delightful lunch and all-day snacks and drinks. Additionally, the commitment is to support the involvement of early-career researchers and students by providing a number of travel grants based on need and merit.

The full recording of the event, hosted on MindLabs' official YouTube channel can be found here.

Videos of the talks from the individual speakers can be found here.

Official photos from the event can be found here.