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Cross-Domain Integration and Innovation: NCKU’s 6th Workshop on Future Computing (WFC) Explores AI Robotics
The AI forum at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) has returned. On March 31, 2026, the Miin Wu School of Computing hosted the 6th Workshop on Future Computing (WFC) at Macronix Hall on the Sheng-Li Campus. This year’s workshop centered on "AI Robotics," delving into sensing, robotic applications, and learning control, with a specific focus on practical applications in precision medicine and healthcare. The event featured four world-class scholars from the United States, Japan, and Taiwan, and showcased 26 selected R&D achievements in an open exhibition at Macronix Hall. This display demonstrated NCKU’s robust momentum in transforming academic research into industrial solutions, serving as a compelling prelude to the upcoming AI forum series in May and October.
Continuing the momentum of the February 25th forum, "The Role and Application of AI in Higher Education—Teaching Edition," the 6th WFC emphasized interdisciplinary integration and innovation. Prestigious scholars from UC Berkeley, the Institute of Science Tokyo, and Waseda University were invited to help participants envision the future of computing. The workshop was open to all NCKU faculty and students, with off-campus attendance by invitation, fostering international academic exchange. The morning session was inaugurated by Dr. Meng-Ru Shen, President of NCKU and Dean of the Miin Wu School of Computing, alongside Mr. Miin Wu, Chairman of Macronix International.
In his opening remarks, President Shen expressed sincere gratitude to distinguished alumnus Miin Wu. "It is through Chairman Wu’s generous support that NCKU was able to establish the Miin Wu School of Computing. This vision created a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration, tightly integrating computer science, engineering, and medicine—the exact environment needed to drive AI and robotics." President Shen emphasized that AI and robotics are more than just technologies; they are changing how we live, work, and care for one another. NCKU remains committed to AI-driven biomedical innovation and smart medical systems that meet real-world clinical and social needs.
Chairman Miin Wu shared his professional background and entrepreneurial experience to highlight the importance of cross-domain integration. "My own background embodies interdisciplinary synergy. Beyond my EE degree, I also hold a degree in Materials Science. Years ago, I was the first in the world to fully computerize a semiconductor factory, combining mathematics with semiconductors—what we call AI today. By introducing AI to manufacturing 36 years ago, we made Taiwan’s semiconductor industry unique and a global core of high-tech," Wu stated. He noted that the school's mission is to cultivate talent with cross-disciplinary expertise and vision. He hopes the partnership between Macronix and NCKU will bring semiconductor breakthroughs to medicine, evolving the industry from a "Silicon Shield" (Protecting the Nation) to a "Shield of Humanity" (Protecting People).
The March 31st workshop unfolded across two main tracks: "Robotics and Intelligent Integrated Systems" and "Medicine and Healthcare." The former covered sensing, motion planning, and learning control to advance humanoid robots. The latter focused on how future computing supports precision medicine and clinical innovation. Professor Trevor Darrell, Director of the Berkeley AI Research (BAIR) Lab, delivered a keynote on merging vision and language to make AI robots more human-like. Subsequently, Professor Jen-Jie Lien of the NCKU Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering explored AI robotics through the lens of cloud and edge computing.
The afternoon session featured a poster exhibition curated by the NCKU Innovation Headquarters, showcasing 26 R&D projects at Macronix Hall. The exhibits spanned five key areas: Smart Manufacturing & Semiconductors (AI Agents, Advanced Packaging), Precision Medicine (Early Diagnosis, Health Monitoring), Smart Transportation (Road Safety Inspection, Logistics Detection), Cross-Domain Innovation (Legal Reasoning, Smart Aquafarming), and Image Security, demonstrating the deep integration of AI in society and industry.
Furthermore, Assistant Professor Benjamin Yen from the Institute of Science Tokyo, a key partner of NCKU, presented on robot audition and acoustic perception for drones. Assistant Professor Jia-Yeu Lin from Waseda University concluded the event with a presentation on human-computer interfaces and intelligent mechanical systems, sharing innovative research in automation.
By gathering heavyweight scholars and industry experts, NCKU continues to build an interdisciplinary platform to promote breakthroughs in AI robotics across education, manufacturing, and healthcare, laying a solid foundation for the future of a smart society.
Continuing the momentum of the February 25th forum, "The Role and Application of AI in Higher Education—Teaching Edition," the 6th WFC emphasized interdisciplinary integration and innovation. Prestigious scholars from UC Berkeley, the Institute of Science Tokyo, and Waseda University were invited to help participants envision the future of computing. The workshop was open to all NCKU faculty and students, with off-campus attendance by invitation, fostering international academic exchange. The morning session was inaugurated by Dr. Meng-Ru Shen, President of NCKU and Dean of the Miin Wu School of Computing, alongside Mr. Miin Wu, Chairman of Macronix International.
In his opening remarks, President Shen expressed sincere gratitude to distinguished alumnus Miin Wu. "It is through Chairman Wu’s generous support that NCKU was able to establish the Miin Wu School of Computing. This vision created a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration, tightly integrating computer science, engineering, and medicine—the exact environment needed to drive AI and robotics." President Shen emphasized that AI and robotics are more than just technologies; they are changing how we live, work, and care for one another. NCKU remains committed to AI-driven biomedical innovation and smart medical systems that meet real-world clinical and social needs.
Chairman Miin Wu shared his professional background and entrepreneurial experience to highlight the importance of cross-domain integration. "My own background embodies interdisciplinary synergy. Beyond my EE degree, I also hold a degree in Materials Science. Years ago, I was the first in the world to fully computerize a semiconductor factory, combining mathematics with semiconductors—what we call AI today. By introducing AI to manufacturing 36 years ago, we made Taiwan’s semiconductor industry unique and a global core of high-tech," Wu stated. He noted that the school's mission is to cultivate talent with cross-disciplinary expertise and vision. He hopes the partnership between Macronix and NCKU will bring semiconductor breakthroughs to medicine, evolving the industry from a "Silicon Shield" (Protecting the Nation) to a "Shield of Humanity" (Protecting People).
The March 31st workshop unfolded across two main tracks: "Robotics and Intelligent Integrated Systems" and "Medicine and Healthcare." The former covered sensing, motion planning, and learning control to advance humanoid robots. The latter focused on how future computing supports precision medicine and clinical innovation. Professor Trevor Darrell, Director of the Berkeley AI Research (BAIR) Lab, delivered a keynote on merging vision and language to make AI robots more human-like. Subsequently, Professor Jen-Jie Lien of the NCKU Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering explored AI robotics through the lens of cloud and edge computing.
The afternoon session featured a poster exhibition curated by the NCKU Innovation Headquarters, showcasing 26 R&D projects at Macronix Hall. The exhibits spanned five key areas: Smart Manufacturing & Semiconductors (AI Agents, Advanced Packaging), Precision Medicine (Early Diagnosis, Health Monitoring), Smart Transportation (Road Safety Inspection, Logistics Detection), Cross-Domain Innovation (Legal Reasoning, Smart Aquafarming), and Image Security, demonstrating the deep integration of AI in society and industry.
Furthermore, Assistant Professor Benjamin Yen from the Institute of Science Tokyo, a key partner of NCKU, presented on robot audition and acoustic perception for drones. Assistant Professor Jia-Yeu Lin from Waseda University concluded the event with a presentation on human-computer interfaces and intelligent mechanical systems, sharing innovative research in automation.
By gathering heavyweight scholars and industry experts, NCKU continues to build an interdisciplinary platform to promote breakthroughs in AI robotics across education, manufacturing, and healthcare, laying a solid foundation for the future of a smart society.
Building on the momentum of the February 25 forum, "The Role and Application of AI in Higher Education—Teaching Edition," the NCKU AI Forum has returned. On March 31, the Miin Wu School of Computing hosted the "6th Workshop on Future Computing (WFC)" at Macronix Hall on the Sheng-Li Campus.
President Meng-Ru Shen emphasized that AI and robotics are more than just technologies; they are transforming the way we live, work, and care for one another. NCKU has long been dedicated to advancing AI-driven biomedical innovation, robotics, and smart healthcare systems, integrating cutting-edge technology with real-world clinical and societal needs.
In his remarks, Macronix Chairman Miin Wu emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary integration, drawing from his professional background and entrepreneurial experience.
The 6th Workshop on Future Computing (WFC) at NCKU Explores AI Robotics, Highlighting Cross-Domain Integration and Innovation.
The 6th Workshop on Future Computing (WFC) at NCKU featured four world-class scholars from the U.S., Japan, and Taiwan, alongside an exhibition of 26 selected R&D achievements. These in-depth discussions and rich research displays serve as a compelling prelude to the upcoming AI Forum series scheduled for May and October.
