IROS 2026 WorkshopFull-Shift Robot Co-Workers
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Junior Voice

Program update

Updated morning program

The 10:30–11:00 EDT slot on September 27 is now scheduled for a remote invited talk by Stefan Leutenegger, in place of the Junior Voice presentation. See the current program for details.

Who should apply

Students, postdocs, and early-career researchers.

We welcome applicants working on robotics, embodied AI, perception, planning, interaction, evaluation, or real-world deployment. The topic can be a method, an early result, a deployment lesson, or a clear open problem for full-shift robot workers.

Application checklist

What to Submit

Short abstract or position statement

What is the problem, idea, or deployment lesson you want the community to discuss?

Brief bio and affiliation

Tell us who you are and where you are working.

Contact email

Use an email address the organizers can reliably reach.

Workshop fit note

Explain how your topic connects to full-shift robot workers.

Application link

Application portal is open.

Apply through OpenReview and select the Call for Junior Voices track. Questions about eligibility, fit, or support are welcome.

Junior Voice Travel Support

Travel support for the selected Junior Voice participant.

Additional details regarding eligibility, selection, and support distribution will be announced before the workshop.