RIA Announces Joseph F. Engelberger Foundation Grants
Women in Robotics and Elder Care Robots are 2018 Grant Categories
The foundation will award two annual
- Elder Care Robotics
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$7,500 grant awarded to a company, research organization or university that is working on a useful robotic application for elder care.
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- Women in Service Robotics
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$7,500 grant awarded to a woman working in a company, research organization or university focused on developing a service robot application to solve a real world problem.
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"Although my father is best known for his development of the industrial robot, he was passionate about creating a service robot that could be used in the home or to help the elderly," according to
"There is a tremendous amount of innovative and exciting research in the robotics industry, but not all of the work – nor the individuals involved – are being properly recognized," according to
Award Criteria
Both of these awards will focus on work that is close to commercialization or already commercialized with potential to solve major challenges that impact the usefulness of robotics in elder care and service robotics.
More information, award criteria and the online grant applications forms can be found at the
Timeline
The deadline for submission of nominees for both grants is
RIA is a member organization of the
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Founded in 1974, RIA is a not-for-profit trade association driving innovation, growth, and safety in manufacturing and service industries through education, promotion, and advancement of robotics, related automation technologies, and companies delivering integrated solutions. RIA represents over 500 robot manufacturers, system integrators, component suppliers, end users, consulting firms, research groups, and educational institutions. The association hosts a number of educational events including the
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