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In more than 50 years, our research has actively contributed to the enormous progress in efficient, dependable and safe computers and network systems. Computer and network engineering is at the research-intensive core of future intelligent autonomous systems. As our main application domains, we address complex embedded and cyber-physical space and automotive systems. We combine sophisticated theory with computer and network architecture and design all the way to practical hardware-software designs. Please, visit our web site to learn more about our research and teaching activities.
Imagine a future where machines do more than just perform tasks; they reason, understand, and collaborate in ways similar to humans. The pursuit of machines capable of reasoning has a rich history, from Alan Turing’s foundational work to today’s rapid advancements in robotics. As artificial intelligence becomes integrated with physical systems, we are witnessing a transformation in how machines operate within human-centered environments, requiring not only precise actions but also the ability to reason about their behavior with safety and societal considerations in mind.
In this talk, I will share my vision for shaping the design of safe autonomous systems, emphasizing the need for a new computational paradigm. Leveraging recent developments in information technology that facilitate data sharing and autonomous systems collaboration, this pathway would enable machines to aggregate knowledge, engage in collective reasoning, and make decisions collaboratively.
I will conclude with an outlook on the potential impact of these innovations for science, technology, and society, highlighting opportunities to build a more interconnected, transformative, and inclusive future.
Selma Saidi