Hi, I would like to invite everyone interested in robotics to attend a lecture at the Science Alive Lecture Theatre on Tuesday May 10th at 4:30 pm. We have been lucky enough to have Dr Takanori Shibata from Japan's National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology presenting on the therapeutic effects of human interphase between humans and robots. Dr Takanori Shibata developed Paro the harp seal stuffed animal robot. Dr Takanori Shibata said Paro prototypes have been tested in Japan and Sweden at nursing homes, and with autistic and handicapped children. Surface tactile sensors beneath its fur and whiskers trigger Paro to move and respond to petting: eyes open and close, flippers move. Just holding and stroking the critter has a calming effect. I look forward to seeing everyone there, it will be a fantastic presentation
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