Prof. Li-Chen Fu

Distinguished Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering and Department of Computer Science and Information Engineering, National Taiwan University
Director, NTU AI and Robotics Research Center
National Chair Professor, Ministry of Education

About Prof. Li-Chen Fu

Professor Li-Chen Fu’s research fields include intelligent robotics, artificial intelligence theory and applications, smart living and health technology, control theory and applications, and virtual reality. His research achievements are widely recognized both domestically and internationally, earning him prestigious awards such as the Ministry of Education's National Chair Professorship, the Academic Award, and the National Science Council's Distinguished Research Award. His projects often integrate both theoretical and applied research. In robotics, he initially focused on introducing intelligent robots in industrial applications and, more recently, has collaborated with professors in psychology and doctors in neurological medicine. Together, they have pioneered the development of human-centric AI social robots with psychological care functions, applying these in healthcare for elderly individuals with dementia. By analyzing seniors' speech interactions with AI and natural language processing, they assess the probability of early-stage Alzheimer's, aid in cognitive skill enhancement, and offer emotional support through personalized conversations.

Currently, Professor Fu serves as the Director of the "NTU Research Center for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics" and has led several large-scale integrated projects funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology, including:

AI-Powered Physical and Mental Care for Severe Illness: AI robots safeguarding both physical and mental well-being (2018–2021),
Cross-Disciplinary Dementia Care Program: Innovative mobile living technology for dementia care (2015–2018),
Health Promotion for Elderly Cancer Survivors: A quality life system (2012–2015),
Intelligent Service Robots in Next-Generation Office Buildings (2010–2013),
High-Quality Postoperative Elderly Care Environment (2008–2011),
Multifunctional Group Entertainment Robots for the Home (2007–2010),
Humanized Postoperative Care with Robotic Assistance (2004–2007),
AI-Driven Healthcare Transformation for Chronic Disease Management (2021–2024).

Professor Fu has extensive experience in managing or assisting with large-scale integrated projects in AI and robotics.