Research Areas
AIST focuses on advanced technologies with strong potential for scientific contribution, practical application and technology transfer.
Our research connects artificial intelligence, robotics, control, digital systems, biomedical engineering and sustainable technologies to address challenges in industry, healthcare, logistics, cities and society.
Physical AI & Intelligent Robotics
Intelligent machines that sense, reason, adapt and act in physical environments.
- Autonomous mobile robots
- Collaborative robots (Cobots)
- Human–robot interaction
- Robot perception and intelligent manipulation
Smart manufacturing, logistics, service robotics and assistive systems.
Robotic prototypes, intelligent control software, algorithms and patentable systems.
Digital Twin & Intelligent Control
Real-time digital representations and advanced control for monitoring, simulation and optimization.
- Digital Twin platforms
- Advanced and adaptive control
- Real-time monitoring
- Simulation and operational optimization
Factories, warehouses, mechatronic systems, energy systems and smart infrastructure.
Digital Twin platforms, control algorithms, simulation models and operational dashboards.
IoT & Smart Automation
Connected sensing, automation and data-driven operation for intelligent physical systems.
- Industrial IoT
- Smart sensing and monitoring
- Automation systems
- Real-time device and data integration
Smart factories, logistics, smart cities, agriculture and equipment monitoring.
IoT platforms, monitoring systems, embedded solutions and automation prototypes.
AI, Data & Intelligent Systems
AI-enabled analysis, prediction, decision support and adaptive intelligent systems.
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine learning and deep learning
- Big data analytics
- AI-enabled decision support
Industry, operational intelligence, monitoring, forecasting and smart services.
AI models, software platforms, analytical tools and data-driven decision systems.
Biomedical Intelligent Technologies
Non-invasive, data-driven and intelligent technologies for healthcare and rehabilitation.
- Biomedical signal analysis
- Non-invasive diagnostic support
- Rehabilitation technologies
- Smart health monitoring
Hospitals, rehabilitation, home healthcare, assistive devices and health monitoring.
Biomedical software, intelligent devices, rehabilitation prototypes and health-monitoring systems.
Sustainable Energy & Smart Technologies
Intelligent monitoring and optimization for more efficient and sustainable technological systems.
- Smart energy monitoring
- Energy optimization
- Sustainable intelligent systems
- Green technology applications
Buildings, factories, infrastructure, energy systems and sustainable operations.
Energy-management solutions, optimization software and smart monitoring platforms.
From Research to Technology Transfer
AIST develops research through a staged pathway from scientific investigation to prototypes, validation and transferable technology.
Research
Scientific investigation, models, algorithms and proof-of-concept development.
Prototype
Functional systems, software platforms and laboratory technology demonstrators.
Validation
Testing in relevant environments, pilot applications and technology assessment.
Transfer
Intellectual property, collaboration, licensing and technology-transfer opportunities.
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