Abstract of Dr. Abdeldjallil Naceri's Talk

Talk title: From Tactile to Care and Back: Dexterous Manipulation for Responsible Robotics

Abstract: 

As the global population ages, translating robotics research into practical solutions for senior care has become increasingly urgent. This talk introduces a framework centered on the service humanoid GARMI, which combines advances in robotic manipulation and skill learning for dynamic, real-world interactions. We begin with grasping and manipulation strategies inspired by human demonstrations, then examine how data-driven control, tactile sensing, and impedance learning enable robots to adapt safely to the external environment dynamics. These capabilities form the foundation for generalized skill learning tailored to healthcare applications such as mobility assistance and daily support. In closing, the talk highlights ongoing collaboration with ethics and legal experts to ensure the responsible and personalized deployment of robotic technologies in sensitive care contexts. This work illustrates how foundational robotics can evolve into impactful, real-world systems that help meet the challenges of an aging society.