Robotics collaboration and network between US and Danish universities

The US-Danish robotics network aims to strengthen collaboration between leading robotics institutions and ecosystems in both countries. Building on an existing summer school program, the network connects top US universities like Stanford, UC Berkeley, and USC with Danish technical universities and the Odense Robotics cluster. It will focus on identifying joint research and innovation opportunities in robotics, AI, automation, and autonomous systems while preparing consortia for future funding applications through programs like Horizon Europe and NSF.

Denmark and the United States are joining forces to create a robotics network that will help both countries advance their robotics capabilities. The network connects Denmark's leading technical universities with top US institutions like Stanford, Berkeley, and USC to share knowledge and develop new technologies in robotics, artificial intelligence, and automation.

The partnership builds on a successful summer school program where US and Danish students work together on robotics projects with major companies like LEGO and Universal Robots. By bringing together universities, research centers and industry leaders from both countries, the network will help develop new solutions for manufacturing, healthcare and other sectors while creating opportunities for students and researchers to work across borders.

The Odense Robotics cluster and Aalborg Robotics Challenge, representing Denmark's robotics industry and research, will help ensure the research benefits companies in both countries.

The proposal builds upon a proven foundation - an International Elite Summer School in Robotics and Entrepreneurship that has secured funding until 2026 from the Novo Nordisk Foundation and includes industry partners like LEGO and Universal Robots. By connecting Danish universities with top US robotics institutions and linking with an existing Korea-focused program, the project aims to position Denmark as a global focal point for robotics research.