The IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA2024) is set to be a dynamic gathering of robotics enthusiasts from around the world, taking place in Yokohama, Japan, from May 13th to 17th, 2024. ISR-Lisboa is poised to make a significant impact, with talented students ready to showcase groundbreaking research and contribute to the global discourse on robotics and automation. As Yokohama becomes the symbolic gateway for robotics into a new era of collaboration, ICRA2024 promises to be an exciting fusion of Portuguese passion and Japanese innovation.

After doing research at ISR-Lisboa for their MSc's the team behind TURFLYNX pioneered autonomous turf machinery, introducing the first fully autonomous all-electric golf course fairway mower in 2016. The founders of TURFLYNX, which began in robotics in 2000, turned their vision into reality in 2014. Backed by Portuguese and Dutch VCs, TURFLYNX's autonomous machines cover over 90,000 m2 without human supervision. Now part of Toro in Portugal, they continue to contribute expertise in autonomous technology and alternate energy.

The ISR-Lisboa External Advisory Committee (EAC) recently held meetings with the ISR community to promote dialogue and collaboration. These gatherings are essential for ISR researchers to engage with external experts and receive guidance on research lines, collaboration opportunities, and institutional development. The EAC members gained valuable insights into the institution's work and participated in fruitful discussions on academic and research pursuits.