Ever high-fived a robot?

Celebrate National Science Week at Canberra Museum and Gallery with Pepper, the quick-witted humanoid who can dance on cue and roast human inefficiency. Robotics expert Dr Maleen Jayasuriya (Collaborative Robotics Lab - University of Canberra) will unpack how robots "see", decide and move, and why human elements like psychology and creativity still give machines their edge. Expect live demos, a rapid-fire Q&A and plenty of “aha!” moments. Perfect for families, educators and the robot-curious.