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Revamped Homepage of the Osawa Laboratory: Bridging AI and Human Emotions

The Osawa Laboratory at Nihon University has recently undergone a significant revamp of its homepage to enhance the dissemination of its groundbreaking research and ongoing projects. The lab operates under the vision of "creating Doraemon together," focusing on understanding the essence of feelings through the collaborative lens of humans and AI. We delve into diverse fields including artificial intelligence, robotics, cognitive science, and philosophy to explore what truly constitutes the mind. Our aim is to translate these findings into practical applications within robotic systems and agents.

This website renewal not only showcases our research accomplishments but also aims to deepen public understanding of the future enabled by Doraemon. We aspire to engage a wider audience, inviting anyone intrigued to join us in the journey of creating this imaginative companion.

Purpose Behind the Renovation

As advancements in AI technology evolve consistently, the endeavors at the Osawa Laboratory have also shifted and expanded over the past six years since its establishment. With significant upgrades in academic research and educational activities at our university, this website renovation embodies these developments. Our new digital space highlights our research education upgrades and aims to provide more enriched content for visitors.

One of the focal points of this update is to emphasize the people involved in our projects. With an aim to showcase the diverse achievements of our team, the revamped website offers insights into the many fascinating individuals shaping our laboratory.

Key Features of the Revamped Site

1. Research Activities and Achievements
The website offers a comprehensive overview of the research themes and notable accomplishments achieved by the Osawa Laboratory.

2. Current Projects
- Development of conversational AI responsive to human mental states through the integration of cognitive models and large language models.
- Research exploring future concepts of living with AI agents.
- Investigations into community engagement for achieving carbon neutrality.
- Development of empathetic in-car AI systems.
- Studies on surrogate presence and community AI.
- Scientific research on interaction mechanisms.

3. Team Introductions
The new site features profiles of the students, staff, and alumni closely involved in the laboratory's work, promoting transparency and collaboration.

Insights from Associate Professor Masahiko Osawa

Professor Masahiko Osawa emphasizes the collective effort of students and staff in generating diverse outcomes and values. The revamped homepage reflects his vision of focusing on each individual's contributions within the team. He believes the enhancements will facilitate a better understanding of the talented group members driving innovation in the Osawa Laboratory. However, the work to capture their appeal is ongoing, with more content expected to be developed as the team progresses.

For those interested in the Osawa Laboratory's contributions to AI research and emotional understanding, we encourage you to explore our new website: Osawa Laboratory Homepage.

Contact Information

If you wish to learn more about the Osawa Laboratory or have inquiries related to our projects, don't hesitate to reach out to:

• - Masahiko Osawa / Ryosuke Kato

Contact Form

For questions related to this website's content, please contact:
Ryoma Okuda, toV Inc. at [email protected].

Together, let’s envision a future where the synergy of humans and AI leads to the creation of vast possibilities.