Venue

Conference city

Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, is one of the oldest cities in Europe, with a history dating back over 7,000 years. Situated at the confluence of the River Sava and the Danube, it has been a strategic crossroads for various civilizations, including the Celts, Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans. The city’s blend of Eastern and Western influences creates a unique cultural atmosphere. Belgrade is a hub of innovation and technology, home to numerous universities and research institutions. It’s dynamic tech scene fosters collaboration and advancement, making it a fitting host for robotics enthusiasts. The University of Belgrade, one of the oldest and largest universities in the region, plays a significant role in research and development, particularly in engineering and robotics.

Belgrade has a long tradition of robotics, dating back to the 1960s. The city is home to the Zero-Moment Point (ZMP) concept, developed by Milomir Vukobratović at the Mihajlo Pupin Institute. The Institute ‘Mihailo Pupin’ in Belgrade was also the birthplace of the world’s first operating active exoskeleton and the first model of a multifunctional externally powered hand prosthesis, known in the open literature as the ‘Belgrade Hand Prosthesis.’ This unique artificial hand was designed by Prof. Rajko Tomović and Prof. Milan Rakić from the School of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade. This pioneering research, which has had a significant impact, is known as the Belgrade School of Robotics. During the conference, a visit to the Science and Technology Museum exhibit dedicated to the Belgrade School of Robotics is planned.

Conference venue

The Palace of Science (Palata nauke)

Palace of Science – Endowment of Miodrag Kostić is an important and distinguished institution in Belgrade, Serbia. This foundation, established by Miodrag Kostić, a prominent Serbian entrepreneur and philanthropist, is dedicated to the promotion and advancement of science and education in the Serbia.

The building, located in the central part of Belgrade, is a modern facility designed to support various scientific and educational activities. It includes state-of-the-art laboratories, lecture halls, and conference rooms, making it a hub for research, innovation, and academic collaboration. The foundation aims to provide resources and support for young scientists, researchers, and students, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

The Palace of Science is the largest endowment for education and science in the Balkans since World War II.

In the Palace of Science, there will be a unique scientific café where a robot will serve you coffee.