Oasis Spotlight Series: Robotics & AI. AMA with Valerio Modugno (UCL)

Most of what we hear about robotics is hype. This session is about reality.
This session is for founders, researchers, and builders who want to understand the shifts happening at the intersection of robotics and AI. We’ll explore what is happening in robotics today, where the field is heading, and what it takes to build and work in deep tech.
If you are building in AI, hardware, or looking to understand the future of physical automation, this is an opportunity to hear from the front lines of UCL’s robotics research.
What we’ll cover:
What is actually possible in robotics today vs what is still years away.
How we move machine learning from "probabilistic" to “reliable” for physical systems.
How robots are learning to navigate and interact with complex, real-world environments.
The unique challenges of building and scaling ventures in the robotic space.
Where the field is headed in the next 3-5 years.
Why Valerio Modugno?
Valerio is a robotics researcher at University College London (UCL) working at the intersection of robotics and AI.
Valerio’s work spans humanoid robots, control systems and machine learning. With a deep academic background and a practical lens on the industry, he bridges the gap between theoretical breakthrough and industrial application.
Good fit if you’re:
A founder or engineer building in AI, robotics, or deep tech.
Curious about the commercial applications of humanoid robotics.
Wanting to understand the technical hurdles of the "Physical AI" revolution.
Navigating the transition from deep-tech research to a scalable commercial product.
You’ll leave with:
A grounded perspective on the robotics landscape and a clearer understanding of the Deep Tech roadmap.

About the Oasis Spotlight Series
Focused sessions on specific themes, markets, or opportunities. Always timely, practical, and founder-led.