Professor at the Beijing Institute for Technology, Emeritus professor at Nagoya University, and 2019 President-Elect of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Toshio Fukuda is a world-leading researcher in robotics, with special interest in intelligent robotic systems, micro-nano robotics, bio-robotic system and neuromorphic intelligent control. Among his greatest achievements are the development of continuous movement in robots and his pioneering microrobotics technology that has been a decisive contribution to medical technology. Laureate of the 1997 Dr.-Ing. Eugene Mittelmann Achievement Award, 2000 IEEE Third Millennium Medal, and 2011 IEEE/RSJ IROS Harashima Award for Innovative Technology, he is Professor at the Beijing Institute for Technology, Emeritus professor at Nagoya University, and 2019 President-Elect of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.