Workshop organized in collaboration with Zayed Higher Organization and Akin Robotics

As a groundbreaking step toward integrating people of determination in shaping the future of innovative technologies, TRENDS Research & Advisory, in collaboration with the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination and Akin Robotics, organized a first-of-its-kind design workshop. The event brought together people of determination and their families, therapists, community members, and members of the TRENDS Youth Council to actively participate in shaping the future of AI-powered therapeutic robotics..

The workshop brought together people of determination, their families, therapists, and community members to actively participate in shaping the future of AI-powered therapy robots.

This initiative is part of a cooperation agreement between the three parties, which has led to several important events to raise awareness and empower people of determination. The workshop reaffirms their commitment to harnessing technology to serve this vital segment of society by developing innovative solutions that meet their needs and aspirations.

The workshop aimed to create an interactive environment where people of determination could directly share their opinions and experiences, ensuring that future therapy robots are especially designed to meet their real needs. Participants contributed valuable ideas and suggestions on making these robots more efficient and humanistic and how AI can enhance their therapeutic capabilities.

Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research & Advisory, expressed his pride in this pioneering initiative, emphasizing the center’s commitment to involving all segments of society, especially people of determination, in developing technologies that directly impact their lives.

He noted that this workshop embodies TRENDS’ commitment to harnessing scientific research and innovation in the service of society. He added that the collaboration with the Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination and Akin Robotics reflects a shared vision of a future where people of determination are fully empowered through innovative technological solutions.

Dr. Al-Ali explained that the valuable interaction and contributions from people of determination, their families, and therapists during the workshop reinforce TRENDS’ plans to develop therapy robots that are truly designed for them and with them.