DMU, Research, Business and Innovation Director and The British Academy presents:

British Academy's season on Robotics, AI and Society: Are we ready for robot relationships?

Date and time: Tuesday 21 February 2017, 6.30pm – 8.00pm

Location: De Montfort University, Hugh Aston Building
Presenter: British Academy panel

Registration information: Free to attend, register here

Companion robots designed to interact, assist and socialise with humans are a growing focus of the robotics industry. While some developers are looking to create innovative caregiving solutions to help ageing populations, others are delving into equally controversial territory - such as the creation of human-like sex robots. Can advanced technology really improve living standards or alleviate loneliness? Join our panel as they discuss the pros and cons of human-robot relationships.

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