The Future of Robots is Squishy

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Short Session Delivered online

Are you interested in studying robotics or electrical engineering at university? Learn more about the development and testing of soft robotics for use in medical settings in our online webinar.
Wednesday 4th November at 18.00 - 18.45

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4th November 2026

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Join Dr Alistair McConnell from Heriot-Watt University and explore the latest research in soft robotics. Discover robots that are built from fabric which you can hug and keep you company, ones used by stroke survivors to help them with their rehabilitation exercise and some that are even able to grow.

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Available dates

4th November 2026

Suitable for

Events for School and College Groups (Ages 16-18)
Events for College Groups (Ages 19+)
Events for individuals (enquiry not required to be through a school)
Teachers (CPD)
Parents

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