At the Beijing Forum on Friday, Nobel laureate Michael Levitt spotlighted robotics as the bridge between artificial intelligence and everyday life. "I think the robots will be very important in bringing AI into the real world, and the Chinese mainland will be a leader," Levitt said.
Levitt, who won the 2013 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for pioneering work in computational biology, reflected on the evolution of scientific research from early computer simulations to today’s AI-driven breakthroughs. He highlighted how interdisciplinary teams are now using robots to test hypotheses, accelerate drug discovery, and advance sustainable technologies.
Industry forecasts suggest the global market for AI-powered robotics could grow substantially over the next decade, driving innovation in manufacturing, healthcare, and environmental solutions. For the Chinese mainland, this means a chance to leverage its robust research ecosystem, vast data resources, and growing pool of engineering talent to shape the future of intelligent machines.
As AI continues to move off the screen and into our world, robots are set to become the ambassadors of this new era. “This integration will redefine how we interact with technology every day,” Levitt noted, underlining the real-world impact of merging AI with robotics.
For young innovators and entrepreneurs, the message is clear: the age of AI-driven robotics is here, and the Chinese mainland is poised to lead this global transformation.
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Nobel laureate: Robots bring AI to the real world, China will lead
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