IDSIA wins the “Dalle Molle Award for Quality of Life Label”

• 25 July 2024
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The research group in Trustworthy Autonomous Systems at the Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence (IDSIA USI-SUPSI) won first place in the Dalle Molle Award for the Quality of Life Label competition a project on artificial intelligence for autonomous wheelchairs.

This innovative project aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals with reduced mobility. By integrating advanced artificial intelligence technologies, the project seeks to develop autonomous wheelchairs assisted by drones, enabling safe navigation within complex environments. The team, led by Prof. Francesco Flammini, includes Alessandro Antonucci, Jerome Guzzi, Franca Corradini, and Carlo Grigioni.

The official announcement highlighted the high quality of the numerous proposals received, making the evaluation process particularly challenging. The Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence for Autonomous Wheelchair project stood out and was declared the winner for its visionary yet practical approach, opening new and exciting research avenues in line with the foundation's objectives.

This prestigious recognition underscores the commitment and excellence of the Dalle Molle Institute for Artificial Intelligence Studies (IDSIA USI-SUPSI) in developing innovative solutions to overcome barriers and promote full social inclusion.

The award follows a previous win by another IDSIA research team in the 2023 competition for the REMIT project on tele-rehabilitation.

The award

The Dalle Molle Award for the Quality of Life Label is an annual competition recognizing innovative projects aimed at improving quality of life. Organized by the Dalle Molle Foundation, the award is judged by a panel of 4 to 7 members from scientific, journalistic, and cultural backgrounds. Projects are evaluated based on innovation, originality, adherence to ethical principles, and impact on quality of life. More information about the award is available on the foundation's website.