Alberta Robotics

Opening for a Tenured Full Professor and Killam Memorial Chair in #Robotics for #Healthcare Applications at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Alberta @UAlberta, with the potential for a cross-appointment in the BME Department. Full details and to apply: https://lnkd.in/gby7Smte "Applications are invited from scholars in areas related to shape-shifting and #soft #medical #devices, such as #wearable, implantable, and #transplantable devices. This may include devices with complex biocompatible, adaptive, foldable, origami-based, or multi-material structures. Such versatile medical devices and robots go beyond conventional rigid body components, designs, and controllers by leveraging soft materials or bio-inspired principles, and may be capable of intelligent environmental interactions such as sensing or manipulation. Example research areas include, but are not limited to, shape-shifting surgical instruments to actively navigate the complex geometry of the human body, intelligent compliant exosuits for people with disabilities, or smart artificial organs, limbs, and skin for patients in need of transplantation or augmentation. If you are a scholar in any of these areas or in similar applications who seeks to join a Faculty with a growing focus on the healthcare applications of robotics, we welcome your application!" The successful candidate will also be appointed as a #Killam #Memorial #Chair at the University of Alberta. These appointments are designed for scholars acknowledged by their peers as international experts in their fields. These positions expect incumbents to contribute significantly to research and scholarship, possess exceptional research capabilities, be senior research leaders, promote interdisciplinary research, and enhance the university's research profile. Yunwei Ryan Li, Dr. Simaan AbouRizk, Aminah Robinson Fayek, Verna Yiu, Petr Musilek, Anastasia Elias, Autonomous Systems Initiative (ASI), iSMART Institute, Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta, University of Alberta

Earlier this week we showcased our AMR #AroS and cobot #Omni5 at a very exciting event #Alberta #RISE. Prof. Mahdi Tavakoli and his team put a lot of effort to make this inaugural event a very productive and successful one. This showed how quick robotics industry is growing whether it is through researchers, industry or just enthusiasts.

Day 2 of the Alberta Robotics & Intelligent Systems Expo (#RISE) conference is underway at the University of Alberta! 🤖 Yesterday, there were a handful of lab tours and keynote speakers, Human In Motion Robotics Inc. gave a demonstration of their robotic exoskeleton, and Nate Glubish and Dr. Matina Kalcounis-Rueppell sat down to talk about how Alberta can — and is — building our robotics and AI industry! 📈 "Technology is not just an industry," Glubish said yesterday. "It is the future of every industry." Stay tuned to see more of what happens during the second day of the conference! 💫 #AlbertaRISE #Robotics #YEGRobotics #AIExcellence Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta Mahdi Tavakoli Siamak Arzanpour

🤖 An amazing event to learn & talk robots! When you open your mind to new ideas, and engage in meaningful conversation, it’s amazing just how much you can learn. The #RISE Alberta event hosted by Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta provided the perfect venue to do this. InDro Robotics is extremely appreciative of the faculty, but also all the attendees who shared their ideas and explored collaboration with the us. A special shout out to Mahdi Tavakoli for his tremendous efforts organizing such a successful event. Looking forward to next year!

#Alberta #RISE 2024 marked MediversAI’s first showcase with a booth among industry leaders and startups in #AI and #robotics. This event was a significant milestone for us, offering a valuable platform to present our vision and #technology. We were fortunate to engage with Prof. M. Ali Nasseri from the Technical University of Munich (#TUM), whose expertise and fresh perspectives added great value to our strategic planning. Additionally, we deepened our collaboration with Prof. Bin Zheng, head of surgical simulation in the Department of Surgery at University of Alberta, whose insights continue to shape our work in advancing #surgical #training. A heartfelt thank you to Prof. Mahdi Tavakoli, the University of Alberta, and all the dedicated organizers and volunteers who made #Alberta #RISE 2024 a success. We look forward to future collaborations as we continue to push the boundaries of #healthcare #innovation. #MediversAI #AlbertaRISE2024 #HealthcareInnovation #AI #Robotics #TechLeadership #Alberta

It was an absolute privilege to host an inspiring panel discussion on the impact of robotics in the AEC sector as part of #Alberta #RISE 2024! 🏗️ Our expert panelists shared valuable insights on the biggest opportunities robotics can unlock in AEC, the barriers still holding back widespread adoption, and the future of robotics in reshaping the industry. 💡 Open dialogue with thought leaders from across the AEC sector is critical to leveraging emerging technologies that can transform how we design, build, and maintain infrastructure. 👏 A huge thank you to all the panelists for such an engaging and thought-provoking session. Bruce Alton, Kristian Morin, Luke Corbeth, Pedro Mendes, Qipei (Gavin) Mei, PhD, PEng, LEED AP, Thacia Frank. PCL Construction, RoBIM Technologies Inc., InDro Robotics, XYZ Reality Mahdi Tavakoli, Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta, Construction Innovation Centre (CIC) #AEC #AECTech #ConstructionInnovation #ConstructionTech #Robotics #TechInConstruction #ConstructionRobotics

The iSMART team had an incredible time at the inaugural #AlbertaRISE Conference, hosted by one of our own executives, Dr. Mahdi Tavakoli 🤖💫 Dr. Tavakoli and his dedicated team worked tirelessly to ensure this two-day event was a resounding success, and their hard work truly shone through It was an honour for iSMART to attend, sponsor, and host a booth, allowing us to connect with brilliant minds and share our mission. A huge thank you to Dr. Tavakoli, his team, and all attendees for making this milestone event so unforgettable 👏🙌 Rehabilitation Robotics Laboratory University of Alberta ST Innovations

🚀 The Alberta Robotics and Intelligent Systems Expo (#Alberta #RISE 2024) has officially concluded, and what an incredible celebration of innovation and collaboration it was! Over the past two days, the conference showcased Alberta’s potential to be a global leader in #robotics and #AI. We welcomed leaders from academia, industry, and government, who came together to explore cutting-edge innovations and explore new collaborations. The event featured: Keynote talks by Dr. M. Ali Nasseri, Dr. Vivian Mushahwar, and Dr. Alejandro Ramirez Serrano: https://lnkd.in/gSxJdGcP Six dynamic and interactive workshops: https://lnkd.in/gqkJr6Cs A dozen very cool lab and facility tours: https://lnkd.in/g7YD3Q4Z Thought-provoking panel discussions organized by Edmonton Global, University of Alberta Engineering Career Connections, University of Alberta International, and the Construction Innovation Centre (CIC): https://lnkd.in/gMMwv_bj About 80 inspiring oral and poster presentations by talented students and researchers: https://lnkd.in/gBeZh5mj, https://lnkd.in/g3wX2ip5 An engaging industry exhibit with hands-on demonstrations; see the list of participating industries that had displays: https://lnkd.in/gqc7Ga5T One highlight was the panel discussion on "Building Alberta’s High-Tech Economy: Opportunities in Robotics and AI," featuring Minister Nate Glubish and moderated by Dr. Matina Kalcounis-Rueppell. Congratulations to the award winners for the best oral and poster presentations, as well as the competition winner team—your work inspires us all! This success wouldn’t have been possible without our amazing sponsors. A heartfelt thank you to: The Institute of Smart Augmentative and Restorative Technologies and Health Innovations (iSMART - University of Alberta) Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii) Rehabilitation Robotics Laboratory Electromate Quanser InDro Robotics Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta A special thank you to our organizing committee, program committee, and all of the volunteers for their tireless efforts. Thank you to all who contributed to making Alberta RISE 2024 such a remarkable event. Let’s carry this momentum forward as we continue to push the boundaries of robotics and AI. Stay tuned for what’s next!

📢 Panel discussion on Construction Robotics! 🤖 If you are attending the upcoming #Alberta #Rise conference, don't miss the session titled "Construction Robotics: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Road Ahead". Join us as innovators, industry experts, and researchers delve into the transformative role of robotics in the construction sector! We have an incredible lineup of speakers and panelists, including Ali Golabchi, Bruce Alton, Kristian Morin, Luke Corbeth, Pedro Mendes, Qipei (Gavin) Mei, PhD, PEng, LEED AP, Thacia Frank Looking forward to an engaging discussion! See you there! Alberta Rise website: https://lnkd.in/duRpaSYt RoBIM Technologies Inc., PCL Construction, XYZ Reality, InDro Robotics Mahdi Tavakoli Construction Innovation Centre (CIC) Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta University of Alberta #ConstructionRobotics #ConstructionInnovation #ConstructionTech

📣 Innovating the Future: Careers in Robotics & Intelligent Systems Panel | Nov 13, 2024 (Virtual via Zoom) Robotics and intelligent systems are transforming industries and creating new opportunities for innovation across the globe. Join Engineering Career Connections on Wednesday, November 13th from 8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. (MST) for an engaging discussion with engineers working in this sector to learn about: — Career paths, — Ways to make the student-to-professional transition easier, — Industry trends, and more. Note: this session is part of the Alberta Robotics & Intelligent Systems Expo 2024, however, U of A engineering students are able to attend the career panel virtually at no cost (registration for the Alberta RISE conference is not required). Register here: https://lnkd.in/eGqDPUce University of Alberta, Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta, Mechanical Engineering, University of Alberta, Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Alberta @UAlberta, Alberta Robotics, Mahdi Tavakoli #robotics #intelligentsystems #careerpanel #AlbertaRISE2024