TUM Press Releases

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed an innovative robot that can move safely and autonomously through crowds of people. The robot uses a combination of sensors and intelligent algorithms to predict the behavior of people and adapt its route in real time. In the future, this technology could be of great importance not only for humanoid robots, but also in the field of autonomous driving to enable safe interaction between humans and machines. [read more]

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and the University of Cologne have developed an AI-supported learning system that uses eye-tracking to identify the individual strengths and weaknesses of pupils in mathematics. Using a standard webcam, the system analyzes eye movements and generates targeted hints to support the learning process. [read more]

Five researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have been awarded ERC Consolidator Grants to explore groundbreaking questions in neuroscience, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence. Their projects range from studying brain feedback loops to developing more robust quantum systems and AI for realistic 3D objects. The grants, totaling up to two million euros per project, will support advancements in these critical scientific fields. [read more]

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a robotic pair of pants that makes walking easier and significantly reduces energy consumption. The smart technology, which adapts to individual needs and is ready to use without any preset configurations, particularly benefits older adults or individuals with health limitations. The vision: a modular system that functions like clothing and can even be used for demanding activities like hiking in the mountains. [read more]

Robots on an environmental mission, strong performance at the IROS robotics conference, exoskeleton expert new MIRMI Deputy Director: the highlights of 2024. [read more]

Nursing care robots, autonomous driving, digital twins: all of these high-tech applications will play an essential role for the new 6G mobile communications standard. The first commercial 6G networks are expected to be available as of 2030. In the 6G-life and 6G Future Lab Bavaria initiatives, researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and TU Dresden are already testing and developing the fundamental mechanisms of the sixth mobile communications generation. One goal is to establish a complete communications system with components supplied exclusively by German start-ups. [read more]

Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a tool that uses natural rhythms to improve the movement efficiency of robots. By applying intrinsic dynamics, similar to those found in humans and animals, robots like the four-legged BERT can operate with less energy. This development contributes to making robots faster and more dynamic. [read more]

Robotics and AI researchers at the MIRMI will be working with physically impaired and disabled people from the Pfennigparade Foundation in future. Over the next three years, the aim is to develop technical ideas that will make people's lives easier. [read more]

The European Research Council (ERC) awarded nine ERC Starting Grants to TUM researchers, recognising their impressive work in science and technology innovation. One of the recipients is Prof. Berna Özkale Edelmann, for her research in the field of nano- and microrobotics. [read more]

The start-up Reverion was awarded the TUM Presidential Entrepreneurship Award for developing its highly efficient power plant. RobCo, founded by a TUM graduate and a student of Prof. Alois Knoll, Chair of Robotics, AI, and Real-time Systems, also reached the finals of the award. The prize was awarded at the TUM Entrepreneurship Day, which showcases Munich's diverse innovation ecosystem and celebrates start-ups and entrepreneurship from the TUM community. [read more]