π€π Robots, Research, University Synergy
When Research Comes Alive β Highlights from the evoUni Γ evoARC Workshop with a Humanoid Robot
On March 26, the Multivibrator Room once again turned into a buzzing space full of research, technology and handsβon innovation. This yearβs evoUni Γ evoARC workshop brought robotics, AI and industrial research together, and for the first time ever, the spotlight was shared by two robots: the Unitree humanoid robot from Γbuda Universityβs Bejczy Antal Robotics Center, and evosoftβs own Flattering Bob.
Their first meeting added an extra spark to the event, the kind that happens when research starts to move, react⦠and sometimes even send heart emojis.
A dynamic Look Into a growing research ecosystem
The event began with an overview of evoUniβs current focus areas presented by Katalin Herczeg, University Relations & Communications Coordinator, who highlighted the latest developments and upcoming opportunities in our research ecosystem; this was followed by LΓ‘szlΓ³ Sajben, SmartCompetence and evoARC project lead, together with Bence Kiss, who shared, who shared how theyare working together to build a dynamic, continuously evolving βliving technology radarβ. And finally BalΓ‘zs Gigler and Zsombor KovΓ‘cs introduced the topic of Agentic AI, showing real examples where AI already supports workflows as an autonomous contributor.
ππ€ Main Attraction: Live PhD Info Session Γ Humanoid Robot Demo
The moment everyone was waiting for arrived when the Unitree humanoid robot walked into the room β and instantly became the center of attention.
Its realβtime balance, movement and responsiveness created an experience no video could match. Suddenly, research wasnβt just a concept, it was standing right in front of us.
Guest speakers enriched the session with engaging insights:
Dr. habil. GΓ‘bor KertΓ©sz (Vice Dean for Research, ΓE NIK) β a clear and motivating overview of PhD possibilities
AndrΓ‘s MakΓ‘ny (R&D Associate, Γbuda Universityβs Bejczy Antal Robotics Center)β β a captivating demonstration of the humanoid robotβs capabilities and his research topics
π£οΈ Roundtable: What Research Looks Like from the Inside
Moderated by Imre HorvΓ‘th, the roundtable discussion brought honesty, humor and real stories from researchers.
Many participants walked away thinking:
π βMaybe I could actually do this PhD thingβ¦β
evosoftβs PhD colleagues, AzΓ‘r VΓ‘mos, DΓ‘niel Ferenczi, DΓ‘niel Nagy, GΓ‘bor Sterczl β along with two external guests, shared what they work on, why they chose the PhD path, and how they balance industrial work with academic research.
π Snacks, Laughterβ¦ and a Tiny Bit of Robot Romance
After the lively exchange between doctors and doctoral students, the most relaxed part of the event began: pizza, casual conversations and plenty of curious questions.
But the true highlight of the afternoon? The playful interaction between our robotic guests.
Flattering Bob happily complimented the humanoid robot visitor, who replied with heart emojis and the two new tech friends wandered off into the metaphorical sunset of the evosoft HQ.
Because yes: research really does bring people (and robots) together.
And if you donβt believe itβ¦ youβll just have to come and see for yourself. π
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π Thank You
A huge thank you to everyone who participated, asked questions, joined the discussions, or simply watched in awe as the robot came to life.
Special thanks to our partners from John von Neumann Faculty of Informatics, Γbuda University, Γbuda Universityβs Bejczy Antal Robotics Center and to all our PhD colleagues, whose real-life experience, motivation and authenticity added true value to the event.
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