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IE University: Rise of the Robots

PROFILE Master Degrees

DATE 1st June 2026

TIME 18:30 - 20:00 (GMT +00:00)

LANGUAGE English

EVENT FORMAT Face to Face events

IE University: Rise of the Robots

This event is offered as an academic experience for those considering postgraduate study at IE University. By registering, you confirm you are interested in learning more about our programmes.

About the Master Class:

This master class examines the development of robotics, from the early days of simple machines to the advanced systems of today, such as the Boston Dynamics’ humanoids. We will explore innovations in autonomous vehicles and biotech integration, while addressing ethical questions about how robots are redefining humanity.

Date: June 1st, 2026

Venue: The Spencer Hotel, Excise Walk, IFSC International Financial Services Centre, Dublin D01 X4C9 Ireland

Agenda:

18:30-18:35 Welcome by IE University

18:40-20:00 Master class and Q&A

About the Professor:

Dr. Robert Polding is the Assistant Vice Dean of IE University and Deputy Area Head of Computing and Data Science. He holds a Ph.D. and MSc in Information Systems in the University of Sheffield, where his research spanned customer centricity and user-centered software design, natural language processing and language model research.

Dr. Polding has worked with organizations like British Telecom, Indra, Greenpeace, and the Spanish Army. Currently, he serves as an assistant vice dean and lecturer, teaching subjects such as software development and user centered design at the IE School of Science and Technology.

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IE University: Rise of the Robots

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