AI Robot-Driven Science Workshop
vol.6

Scheduled for March 17, 2026 (Tue)

The 6th AI Robot-Driven Science Workshop will be held in March 2026.

The theme for this session is "International Trends and the Current State of Research Infrastructure in AI Robot-Driven Science."

We will welcome guest speakers from overseas to share the latest international developments and frontiers in AI Robot-Driven Science and Self-Driving Laboratories (SDL).

Through lectures and networking, we will explore international trends and the potential for their development in Japan.

We look forward to seeing you there.

* The latest information about this workshop will be updated on this site as it becomes available.

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This workshop is an event for members of the AI Robot-Driven Science Initiative (AIRDS).

  • ★AIRDS members can participate for free!
  • ★Non-members can also participate for free by joining AIRDS through the link below.
  • ☆Non-members who choose not to join will need to pay the participation fee (cash payment on-site).

Enrollment and annual fees are free for FY2025. We encourage you to consider joining AIRDS as part of your participation in this workshop.

Overview

Date
March 17, 2026 (Tuesday)
Time
9:30-12:00 (Doors open at 9:00)
Venue
The University of Tokyo, Interfaculty Initiative in Information Studies, Fukutake Hall B2F, Fukutake Learning Theater
7-minute walk from Hongo-sanchome Station (Toei Oedo Line / Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line)
Admission
AIRDS Members: Free / Non-members: 5,000 JPY (tax included)

Speakers

Dr. Marshall Brennan

Editor-in-Chief, Device (Cell Press, USA)

Previously served as ChemRxiv Manager and editor at Nature Chemistry, and held Editor-in-Chief positions at Chem and Matter. Currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of "Device," a Cell Press journal covering multidisciplinary applied research spanning physics, materials science, chemistry, robotics, biology, and energy. The journal focuses on device development, including research infrastructure technologies such as laboratory automation.

International Guest Speakers (TBA)

Additional international speakers are being arranged

* Listed in no particular order

Program (Tentative)

Time Content
9:00 Doors Open
9:30 Invited Talks
Lectures by international guest speakers (TBA)
11:30 Networking Session
On-site networking
12:00 Close

* Automatic translation via Zoom or similar tools is planned for this workshop.

* The program is subject to change.

How to Participate (About AIRDS Membership)

Participant Type Fee
AIRDS Members Free
Non-members 5,000 JPY (tax included)

* Non-members are welcome to participate. However, by joining AIRDS, you can participate in this workshop for free.

About Joining AIRDS

The AI Robot-Driven Science Initiative (AIRDS) is a non-profit general incorporated association established to redefine the process of scientific research through AI and robots and accelerate its progress.

Researchers, engineers, and companies from academia, industry, and government come together across fields to form a community that implements next-generation scientific research through activities such as developing research infrastructure, international collaboration, and policy recommendations.

Member Benefits

  • Free participation in AIRDS-hosted workshops and symposiums
  • Participation in working groups and communities
  • Distribution of latest research trends and newsletters

FY2025 Early Registration Benefits

  • Enrollment and annual fees are free
  • No automatic paid renewal for FY2026

We encourage you to consider joining AIRDS as part of your participation in this workshop.

How to Participate as an AIRDS Member

  1. Register as an individual member on the AIRDS Membership Page
  2. Apply for the workshop using the "AIRDS Member" option on this page
  3. Come to the venue on the day of the event

* If you are already an AIRDS member, please apply using the "AIRDS Member" option on this page.

AIRDS Membership Page

Notes

  • For non-member participants, the participation fee must be paid in cash on-site on the day of the event.
  • We may verify your membership registration status.
  • The content of this workshop may be changed without notice due to operational reasons. Please understand in advance.
  • Photos taken during the workshop may be used for promotional purposes. We will take care to ensure that individuals are not identifiable.

Organizer

Supporters

  • JST Moonshot R&D Program "Pioneering Science by AI Robots and Humans through Creative Co-evolution"
  • JST Moonshot R&D Program "AI Robots that Harmonize with Humans to Create and Transcend Knowledge"

Operations

  • AI Robot-Driven Science Initiative Secretariat (Contracted company: Papukaija LLC)

Contact: info@airds.jp (Secretariat)

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