SMART International Conference & Business Fair

SMART International Conference

SMART International Conference that marks the culmination of our MSCA-ITN project, the EU Marie Curie International Training Network on Soft, Self-responsive, Smart MAterials for RoboTs: SMART).

  • What: International Conference
  • When:11 September 2023
  • Time: 9:00-17:30
  • Where: AI Experience Center next to the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) main campus, located at Bd de la Plaine 9, 1050 Ixelles, Brussels, Belgium.

Please find the conference programme below.

(downloadable version)

The event aims to showcase the remarkable achievements and groundbreaking research outcomes of the 15 PhD researchers. Our dedicated PhD students, have worked tirelessly over the course of the MSCA-ITN project to explore the frontiers of soft, self-responsive, and smart materials for the advancement of robotics.

During the event, each ESR will deliver compelling research results and innovative products developed as outputs of the project. This will provide a unique opportunity to witness first-hand the transformative potential of soft materials, embedded sensors and robotics in various fields, including healthcare, manufacturing, and automation.

Please note that participation is free of charge, and registration is required. The event will be available both in-person and online. To indicate your attendance preference, please click on the following link before 15 August 2023.

By attending this event, you will not only have the chance to witness cutting-edge research and innovation but also engage in insightful discussions with the ESRs, fellow academics, industry professionals, and distinguished guests who will be present at the event. This occasion presents a unique networking opportunity, fostering collaborations and knowledge sharing among researchers and professionals from various domains.

We highly value your expertise and insights and believe that your presence at the event will greatly contribute to its success. We sincerely hope that you will honour us with your attendance and make this event an even more enriching experience for all involved.

 Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us on Fatma.demir@vub.be .

SMART Project Business Fair

  • What: Business Fair
  • When: 13 September 2023
  • Time: 9:00-17:30
  • Where: AI Experience Center next to the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) main campus, located at Bd de la Plaine 9, 1050 Ixelles, Brussels, Belgium.

We will have hands-on discussions on how these groundbreaking technologies can be applied to your products and business, and identify innovation opportunities. Participating companies will witness cutting-edge research and innovation but also foster valuable connections among the related industry and academia. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network. Active involvement of companies would contribute significantly to the success of the event and inspire collaborations and synergies among experts from academia and industry. This unique networking opportunity can lead to fruitful collaborations, knowledge sharing, and potential partnerships within the field of robotics and automation.

Please note that participation is free of charge, and registration is required. To facilitate the planning and organization of the event, we kindly request that you indicate your companies attendance using link before 15 August 2023.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at Fatma.Demir@vub.be .