Where fabrication meets choreography, and material science meets social robotics. A two-hour convening at the intersection of UK creative and industrial futures.
As part of ICSR 2026 + Art — the global forum exploring the intersection of social robotics and creative practice — this two-hour workshop hosted by Innovate UK brings together academics, government representatives, industry leaders, and innovators.
Together, participants explore how robotics, advanced and novel materials, and artistic practice can converge to shape future UK creative and industrial capabilities. The session provides a live policy feedback loop: insights generated feed directly into Innovate UK's mission to accelerate innovation and strengthen national capabilities.
By combining creative robotics, material innovation, and interdisciplinary dialogue, this session aims to uncover new pathways for the UK's leadership at the intersection of art, engineering, and technology.
Cutting-edge applications — explore robotics and advanced materials within creative and artistic contexts.
Emerging opportunities — understand what's opening up across UK industry, culture, design, and manufacturing.
Cross-sector partnerships — build new relationships aligned with ICSR's emphasis on academia–industry collaboration and technology transfer.
Policy contribution — contribute directly to UK government insights, supporting Innovate UK's innovation mission.