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MBZUAI and Minerva Humanoids announce strategic research partnership to advance humanoid robotics for applications in the energy sector

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MBZUAI and Minerva Humanoids have launched a two-year research partnership to develop humanoid robotics for safety-critical industrial operations, initially focusing on the energy sector. The collaboration aims to create versatile, reasoning-based systems capable of operating with varying degrees of autonomy. MBZUAI students will be integrated into project teams to develop AI models and robotics systems. Why it matters: The partnership advances AI-driven robotics in safety-critical domains, supports the UAE's ambition to become a global hub, and develops local talent.

MBZUAI’s Robotics Program brings AI to the physical realm for robots that sense, act, and learn in the real world

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MBZUAI has launched a full robotics program focusing on robot learning, humanoid robotics, human-computer interaction, and sensory awareness. The program includes research and teaching labs for experimentation and aims to address challenges in agriculture, logistics, and healthcare. The robotics department, founded in 2023, welcomed 18 students in August and is expected to grow to more than 15 faculty members over the next two years. Why it matters: This program signifies a major investment in AI for physical systems in the UAE, potentially leading to innovations across sectors and strengthening MBZUAI's position as a leading AI research institution.