Crafting the Future of Systems and Robotics
Criamos o Futuro dos Sistemas e Robótica
A dynamic hub of interdisciplinary research. Specialists in Robotics and Information Processing, with applications in a broad spectrum of domains, including neurosciences, big data, marine, terrestrial, aerial & space robotics.
Crafting the Future of Systems and Robotics
Criamos o Futuro dos Sistemas e Robótica
Latest Highlights
Paulo Tabuada’s Thought-Provoking Talk at ISR-Lisboa
June's Get Together at ISR-Lisboa featured a compelling talk by Paulo Tabuada, titled “Ask not what AI can do for control; ask what control can do for AI.” Returning to ISR during a mini-sabbatical, Paulo highlighted how control theory can help us better understand and think of the future of AI, from modelling neural networks to addressing societal impacts. The talk drew a strong audience to the EA3 auditorium and was followed by a lunch for registered attendees. It was a pleasure to welcome back one of our distinguished alumni.
New Projects in Healthcare Sector
ISR-Lisboa secured funding for three cutting-edge projects in the healthcare sector, which harness the power of AI and multimodal data integration.
José Santos-Victor elected Técnico Distinguished Professor
Professor José Alberto Santos-Victor has been named Distinguished Professor of Instituto Superior Técnico in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the development and progress of the institution and the national and international scientific community. His work is an inspiration to the Técnico community, spanning all areas of academic activity: research, teaching, knowledge dissemination and valorisation, scientific leadership, and institutional service—always upholding the highest standards.
MSC Actions Postdoc Fellowships 2025
We are currently inviting expressions of interest from exceptional researchers to apply for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025, hosted at ISR-Lisboa (Institute for Systems and Robotics, Instituto Superior Técnico, LARSYS).
Institutional Visits from eCampus and Champalimaud Centre
ISR-Lisboa welcomed two key visits in April: a Champalimaud Foundation team, led by Joe Paton, which showcased Caroline Haimerl’s research on action‑grounded AI; as well as Italy’s Università eCampus presented its labour‑market‑aligned, badge‑certified training model—together highlighting Técnico’s drive for research‑industry synergy.
LARSyS Earns “Excellent” Rating in Latest FCT Evaluation
LARSyS has been awarded an Excellent rating in the latest national research evaluation by FCT, as part of the 2023/2024 Multiannual R&D Funding Programme. The evaluation, which assessed scientific output from 2018 to 2023 and strategic plans through 2029, placed LARSyS among the top-performing research units in the country.
We aim to catalyze positive change in human and societal systems, driven by a dual commitment: to advance the frontiers of both fundamental and applied science & technology and to train the next generation of experts.
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Ongoing Research Projects
Neuroadaptive Systems for Brain Restoration based on Virtual-Reality and Brain-Computer Interfaces
Human-robOt TeamS without PrecoOrdinaTion
Deep Mutation-A CNN Model To Predict Genetic Mutations In Melanoma Patients
Center for Responsible AI
European Robotics and AI Network
Shuttle drone for launch and capture in cooperative and non-cooperative scenarios
We envision a society with enhanced overall levels of quality of life, driven by world-leading and applied research in robotics and information processing.
