École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL)
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EPFL is one of Switzerland’s premier technical universities, distinguished for its leading-edge research and teaching in robotics and autonomous systems. The university hosts a dedicated inter-faculty initiative in robotics, comprising approximately 25 laboratories and centres. This places EPFL at the top rank in Switzerland and among the top globally for robotics research and education. Through its research, innovation and partnerships, EPFL plays a key role in Switzerland’s robotics ecosystem — including as a co‐organiser of the annual Swiss Robotics Day.
We offer...
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A comprehensive Master’s programme in Robotics, covering theory, technology and hands-on practice in mobile robots, wearable robots, manipulators, autonomous systems and brain-interfaced robotics.
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A cross-cutting robotics initiative encompassing 12 dedicated robotics laboratories and 13 affiliated labs, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration between engineering, computer science, neuroengineering and more.
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Platforms for technology transfer, industry collaboration, innovation and start‐up formation within the Swiss robotics ecosystem.
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Host and co-organiser of major robotics events (e.g., Swiss Robotics Day) which bring together academia, industry and startups.
We are looking for...
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Industry partners seeking research collaboration, prototyping, or joint development of advanced robotics technologies.
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Academic and research institutions interested in exchanges, joint projects or shared lab facilities.
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Talented graduate students, researchers and innovators passionate about pushing the boundaries of robotics, autonomous systems and intelligence.