Aston University

Aston University is a research-intensive institution based in the heart of Birmingham, renowned for pioneering innovations at the intersection of academia, technology, and industry. Our mission is to tackle real-world challenges through transformative research that pushes the boundaries of Industry 5.0, digitalization, and sustainability.

We are internationally recognized for our expertise in:

• Advanced robotics and AI for human-centric automation, including autonomous disassembly, vision-guided manipulation, and intelligent control systems.

• Digital twins and cyber-physical systems for predictive manufacturing, optimization, and system resilience.

• Next-generation materials and coatings designed for circularity, low emissions, and extreme environments.

• AI-driven sorting, remanufacturing, and critical raw material recovery from batteries, WEEE, and end-of-life assets.

• Biomedical technologies and assistive robotics to support healthy aging and inclusive innovation.

• Industrial 6G, edge intelligence, and trustworthy autonomy for connected robotic systems.

Aston University has an outstanding track record of securing competitive funding, including leading several Horizon Europe projects and consistently being awarded top-tier grants. We have a proven history of translating cutting-edge research into commercial and societal impact, with strong collaborations across Europe. Our dynamic ecosystem includes partnerships with SMEs, large industrial players, and public sector bodies. Aston is actively seeking to coordinate or partner in Horizon Europe projects focused on sustainable industrial transformation, circular value chains, digital innovation, and beyond.