The future of Biorobotics beyond AI

The Future of Biorobotics Beyond AI
May 25, 2026 | 11:30 AM | Classroom 1, The BioRobotics Institute

A seminar with Prof. Maria Chiara Carrozza, University of Milan-Bicocca

This lecture explores the next frontier of robotics, moving beyond artificial intelligence to address the fundamental scientific questions shaping its future. As robots step out of factories and into everyday life, the discussion will focus on the emerging concept of public robots—technologies designed to support citizens in healthcare, urban services, and social assistance.

Particular attention will be given to the role of biorobotics in developing human-centered solutions that enhance rehabilitation, assistive care, and overall quality of life. The seminar will also examine the convergence of AI and robotics, outlining both the opportunities it unlocks and the challenges it poses.

Ensuring that robotic systems are safe, trustworthy, and truly beneficial to patients and society remains a central goal. In this context, the lecture will reflect on the scientific and technological paths needed to achieve responsible innovation, while highlighting the deeper motivations driving research today—where science stands as a key engine for societal well-being and sustainable progress.

The event will conclude with an open discussion.