2026 International Seminar Series on Emerging Technologies in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
Obuda University, John von Neumann Faculty of Informatics
Following the successful previous editions, Obuda University is pleased to announce the 2026 International Seminar Series on Emerging Technologies in Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS).
The 2026 series brings together researchers and academics from Obuda University and international partner institutions to explore emerging technologies, methods and applications at the intersection of artificial intelligence, robotics, mathematical modelling, data-driven systems and human-centred technologies.
Across the autumn semester, the seminar series will offer a diverse programme of research-oriented lectures addressing how intelligent computational and cyber-physical systems can be developed, modelled and applied to complex real-world challenges. The programme ranges from urban mobility and mobile network data to intelligent medical robots, biological applications of digital control, mathematical models, robot learning and vision-language-action models, as well as emerging applications in human performance, ageing and personalised mental-health monitoring.
The series provides an opportunity for students and researchers to gain insight into current research beyond the boundaries of individual disciplines and to engage directly with international experts working at the forefront of their fields.
Course objectives
The seminar series aims to:
- introduce participants to current research and emerging developments in cyber-physical and intelligent systems;
- demonstrate how advanced computational methods can be applied to complex real-world problems;
- explore interdisciplinary connections between artificial intelligence, robotics, modelling, data science and human-centred technologies;
- provide insight into current research approaches, challenges and applications from different scientific perspectives;
- encourage international academic exchange and dialogue between students, researchers and participating institutions;
- develop participants’ ability to engage with research-oriented presentations and scientific discussions in English;
- encourage critical thinking about the opportunities, limitations and wider implications of emerging technologies.
Details
- Language: English
- Prerequisites: Advanced English skills
- Format: International online seminar series
- Weekly Commitment: 1 to 2 hours
- Period: September–December 2026
- Lecture time: Generally Tuesday 3:00 p.m. CET/CEST, please check the spreadsheet for details
- Target audience: MSc and PhD students, researchers and other interested participants
- Assessment: Online examination
- Exam: Details will be available in December
Further information about registration, participation and the individual lectures will be provided as the programme is finalised.
2026 Programme
The 2026 autumn programme consists of a series of international lectures taking place from September to December 2026. Unless otherwise indicated, lectures are scheduled for 3:00 p.m. CET/CEST, with an equivalent US Eastern Time of 9:00 a.m.
| Date | Time in CET/CEST | Time in EST (US) | Institution | Speaker | Title of presentation | Teams |
| 29. 09. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Obuda University | Imre Felde | Automated Synthetic Training Analysis of mobility customs in urban area by processing mobile network data | Teams |
| 06. 10. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Obuda University, EKIK | Tamás Haidegger | Intelligent medical robots | Teams |
| 13. 10. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | CNR-IASI, Rome, Italy | Alessandro Borri | Recent trends in model-based digital control for biological applications | Teams |
| 21. 10. 2026 (Wednesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Quinnipiac University, USA | Aman Desai | Using AI Agents for Research in Social Sciences | Teams |
| 27. 10. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Obuda University | Tamás Ferenci | Methodological challenges of calculating excess mortality | Teams |
| 03. 11. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Obuda University | Daniel Drexler | Hybrid modeling of tumor growth under the effect of chemotherapy | Teams |
| 10. 11. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Obuda University, CNR-IASI, Rome, Italy | Andrea De Gaetano | The nature of mathematical models | Teams |
| 17. 11. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Technical University of Kosice, Slovakia | Frantisek Babic | When Is an AI Model Ready for Clinical Reality? From Prediction to Decision | Teams |
| 24. 11. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Technical University of Kosice, Slovakia | Juraj Gazda | Robot Learning from Behavioral Cloning to Vision Language Action Models | Teams |
| 01. 12. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Obuda University, EKIK | Attila Biró | The Future of Human Performance in Sports and Ageing | Teams |
| 08. 12. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | Quinnipiac University, USA | Soumyashree Sahoo | Multimodal AI and Digital Phenotyping for Personalized Mental Health Monitoring | Teams |
| 15. 12. 2026 (Tuesday) | 3.00 pm | 9.00 am | CNR-IASI, Rome, Italy | Simona Panunzi | Parameter estimation for an agent-based model of cell interactions in a microfluidic chip | Teams |
Why join the series?
The 2026 International Seminar Series offers participants the opportunity to:
- learn directly from researchers working on current and emerging technologies;
- discover research topics extending beyond their own field of study;
- explore real-world applications of intelligent and cyber-physical systems;
- develop a broader understanding of interdisciplinary research;
- practise listening to and engaging with scientific discourse in English;
- connect with an international academic community.
The programme is particularly relevant for MSc and PhD students, early-career researchers and others interested in emerging technologies and interdisciplinary research.
Registration and Participation
Registration is only required for OU students, otherwise by clicking on the respective Teams link you can join the talks.
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Viktoria Tafferner
lecturer, Obuda University
tafferner.viktoria@uni-obuda.hu
We look forward to your active participation in this enriching seminar series, where academia and industry converge to explore the future of Cyber-Physical Systems.
Organised by
Obuda University
John von Neumann Faculty of Informatics
The seminar series brings together academic expertise from Obuda University and international partner institutions, creating a platform for knowledge exchange and interdisciplinary discussion around emerging cyber-physical and intelligent technologies.
Course materials
Week 1
