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King’s College London Centre for Robotics Launch

Monday, 2 November 2026, marked the launch of King’s College Lond’s 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 at the Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences. The launch marks the establishing of the centre as a cross-departmental entity spanning Engineering, Informatics and Chemistry to encourage cross-collaboration across departments and faculties.


Keynotes were given by Hessame Mehr (molecules & reactions), Nicola Bailey (upper limb prosthetics), and Andrew Coles (planning & safety) and Elaine Chew (physical musical cardiovascular theranostics). The hosts were centre interim directors Andrew and Oya Celiktutan (assistive healthcare robots), following an introduction by dean Rachel Bearon.


With thanks to Steph Hayes for the photos and organising!