RAISE 2025, 14-16 July 2025

RAISE 2025

International Summer School on Robotics and Artificial Intelligence in Systems Engineering REGISTER LINK

Summer School Overview

The International Summer School RAISE 2025 is an intensive three-day summer school focused on cutting-edge robotics and artificial intelligence technologies in systems engineering. The program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on workshops and a competitive challenge.

ROS

Practical workshops on Robot Operating System and hands-on implementation.

AI Technologies

Deep dive into Generative AI, Computer Vision, and Large Language Models.

Competition

Put your skills to the test in the RAISE robotics competition with attractive prizes.

Who Should Attend

Students

Undergraduate and graduate students interested in robotics and AI technologies.

PhD Candidates

Doctoral researchers working on robotics, AI, and systems engineering.

Academics

Professors and researchers interested in the latest advances in the field.

Industry

Professionals seeking to understand and implement robotics and AI solutions.

Program Schedule

Day 1

ROS (Robot Operating System)

09:00 – 09:30
Opening Session

Welcome remarks and introduction to the summer school

09:30 – 12:30
Introduction to ROS

Fundamentals of Robot Operating System and its architecture

14:00 – 17:00
Hands-on Workshops

Practical implementation of ROS concepts with real robots

Day 2

Artificial Intelligence

09:00 – 09:30
Day 2 Opening

Overview of the AI topics for the day

09:30 – 12:00
Generative AI

Introduction to generative models and their applications in robotics

13:00 – 15:00
Computer Vision

Image processing and visual perception for robotics systems

15:15 – 17:00
Large Language Models (LLMs)

Applications of LLMs in robotics control and interaction

Day 3

Competition & Industry Day

09:00 – 09:30
Final Day Opening

Introduction to the competition and day’s activities

09:30 – 12:30
International Summer School RAISE Competition

Teams compete in different robotics tracks

09:30 – 12:30
Parallel Sessions

Track A: Industrial & Poster Sessions – Presentations from industry partners and poster exhibitions
Track B: PCB Workshop :

  • Session 1: Basics of Electronics for PCB Prototyping
  • Session 2: Principles of PCB Design
  • Session 3: PCB Design in Practice
  • Session 4: Visit to the CRNS PCB Prototyping Lab
15:45 – 17:30
Awards Ceremony & Closing

Announcement of competition winners and closing remarks

Register for the RAISE 2025 School Now

Secure your spot for the International Summer School RAISE 2025 event by completing the registration form below before June 15 2025.

 Fill Registration Form

International Summer School RAISE Competition

The International Summer School RAISE 2025 competition aims to foster innovation and practical skills in robotics and AI. Teams will compete in three different tracks with attractive prizes for winners.

 Track 1: Autonomous Robot

Design a robot that can follow a 10-meter black path (5 cm wide) autonomously with maximum speed and precision.

 Track 2: Industrial Robot

Build a robot capable of carrying a 5cm³ box and following a black path for 10 meters without dropping the payload.

 Track 3: Agriculture Robot

Develop a robot that can read QR codes with a camera and perform specified actions (FORWARD, BACKWARD, etc.) along a 10-meter path.

 Rewards

  •  Prizes for each track winner
  •  Potential industrial partnerships for real-world implementation
  •  Recognition certificates for all finalists

 

Important Notice

Register before May 31, 2025 to participate in the competition. Limited spots available.

 Competition Registration Form

Organization Committee

General Chair

OC
Omar Cheikhrouhou

ENET’Com, Sfax, Tunisia

Technical Program Lead

AK
Anis Koubaa

Alfaisal University/ScaleX Innovation

Scientific Committee

HB
Hatem Bentaher

ISGIS, University of Sfax

HC
Houssam Chouikhi

ISSIG, University of Gabès

NA
Nidhal Ayadi

University of Sfax

MB
Mohamed Bahloul

Alfaisal University

YB
Yassine Bouteraa

Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University

AE
Amira Echtioui

ENSTAB, University of Carthage

MK
Mohamed Kharrat

University of Sfax

MB
Manel Boujelben

University of Sfax

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