The Robotics Institute for Dependency presents its technological solutions in Malaga and wins an award for Nodus, its tool to combat unwanted loneliness.
On April 7 and 8, the Robotics Institute for Dependency (IRD) had the honor of participating in the International Congress on Technological and Social Innovation in Home Care, known as “Vivir en Casa”, held at the Faculty of Social and Labor Studies of the University of Malaga, Andalusia.
This event brought together professionals, researchers and social and technological entities in the sector to discuss advances in home care and the crucial role of technology in improving the quality of life of people with intellectual disabilities.
Active presence of IRD at the Congress
IRD was present at booth 18, where our two most outstanding products were presented: Laundry ID and Nodus, where the latter stood out. Both products are focused on people and, as it could not be otherwise, designed to improve care environments and the daily life of those who require support.
One of the highlights was the pitch by Jordi Cerezuela, the Institute’s Managing Trustee, who explained the value of Nodus as a tool to detect and address unwanted loneliness from a public and social perspective. The presentation was broadcast on 101tv Málaga channel and had the institutional support of the Councilor for Social Inclusion, Youth, Families and Equality of the Junta de Andalucía, Loles López.
Recognition of the NODUS product
During the congress, the paper on Nodus has been selected and awarded for its innovation and transformative contribution in the field of home care. This recognition is an endorsement of the approach of the Institute of Robotics for Dependency, which combines applied research, ethical technology and interdisciplinary collaboration to respond to one of the great challenges of our time: how to better accompany the elderly or people in a situation of dependency in their desire to continue living at home.
The jury particularly valued the product’s ability to integrate multiple sources of information, facilitate decision-making at the social and healthcare levels, and adapt to the realities of each territory.
This award not only gives visibility to the work of the Institute of Robotics for Dependency, but also reinforces the need to continue betting on models of technological innovation with a strong social component.
An enriching experience
Participation in the “Vivir en Casa” Congress was an opportunity to exchange experiences with other professionals in the sector, forge alliances and continue learning from good practices that are shaping the future of home care. For IRD, events like this are essential to validate our lines of work and share our projects.
We would like to thank the organization of the congress for the space, visibility and recognition.