On July 13, 2026, in Sydney, Prof. Hongliang Ren participated as a distinguished keynote speaker and panelist at the Robotics: Science and Systems (RSS) 2026 workshop, titled “Bridging AI and Robotics: Towards Safer and Smarter Healthcare“.
The workshop brought together leading researchers, clinicians, and industry experts to explore the future of intelligent surgical robotics. Prof. Ren delivered the keynote presentation for Session 1, sharing insights on his recent developments in dexterous robotic motion generation and perception. His talk highlighted the advancement of intelligent, image-guided minimally invasive procedures and the practical pathways for moving surgical robotic systems from technical development toward real-world clinical use.
In addition to his keynote, Prof. Ren contributed to a 30-minute panel discussion centered on the theme: “Closing the Translation Gap: Aligning Research, Industry, and Clinical Practice for Safe, Deployable Intelligent Surgical Robotics“. Drawing on his extensive experience in robotic technology, AI development in academic settings, and collaborations with hospitals, Prof. Ren provided a unique perspective on the regulatory, usability, and safety challenges facing the field.
