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UC San Diego Robotics Institute explores the future of automation and human jobs
CBS 8 | December 10, 2025
Companies like Amazon say robots could eliminate the need for hundreds of thousands of workers in the coming years, raising a big question: Are robots taking human jobs? To get a closer look, CBS 8 visited the Robotics Institute at UCSD, where researchers are developing advanced robots designed to work alongside humans and exploring what automation could mean for the workforce. Full Story
How Robotics, AI, and Automation are Changing Our Future
Association for Advancing Automation | September 2, 2025
Dr. Henrik Christensen, Qualcomm Chancellor?s Chair in Robot Systems at UC San Diego, offers a deep look into the future of robotics and AI. In this interview, he shares groundbreaking projects in healthcare robotics, autonomous mobility, and AI-driven programming for robot hands. Full Story
We need to 'build trust' with humanoid robots if we're to 'live in harmony' -- here's how
Daily Star UK | August 5, 2024
Engineers are teaching humanoid robots how to boogie. Why? It's all part of their strange plan to help humans and humanoid robots live in harmony. That's why engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a humanoid robot that can shake its tail feather and is capable of learning simple dance routines. Maybe one day you'll spot a robot doing the Floss. Full Story
Why engineers are teaching humanoid robots to move and groove
Fox News | August 4, 2024
Are you ready for a future where robots can dance, high-five and even hug humans? Well, that future might be closer than you think. Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a humanoid robot that can perform a variety of expressive movements while maintaining its balance on different terrains. Full Story
Why engineers are teaching humanoid robots to move and groove
Cyberguy | August 3, 2024
Are you ready for a future where robots can dance, high-five, and even hug humans? Well, that future might be closer than you think. Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a humanoid robot that can perform a variety of expressive movements while maintaining its balance on different terrains. Full Story