Core Points - The 10th Soft Robotics Conference will be held from November 14 to 16, 2025, in Qingdao, China, organized by Harbin Engineering University [28][29] - The conference aims to provide a platform for academic exchange in the field of soft robotics, covering various themes including basic theories, advanced applications, and interdisciplinary innovations [28][30] - The event will feature keynote speeches, invited reports, a soft robotics innovation design competition, and an exhibition [28][29] Conference Overview - The conference was initiated in 2015 by Zhejiang University and has successfully held nine sessions, becoming an important platform for scholars in the soft robotics research field [28] - The main topics include new technologies, materials science, control technologies, medical applications, and artificial intelligence in soft robotics [30] Competition Details - The soft robotics innovation design competition will consist of four tracks: open theme poster evaluation, soft robot object grasping competition, land-water crossing competition, and underwater soft robot innovation challenge [43][44] - All entries must be related to soft robotics, and participants can register individually or in teams of up to four students [45] - The competition will have a preliminary and final round, with awards for first, second, and third places, as well as excellence awards [46] Registration Information - Registration fees are set at 2200 RMB for non-students and 2000 RMB for students if registered by October 31, 2025, with increased fees after that date [41] - Payment can be made via Alipay or bank transfer, with specific instructions provided for each method [42] Venue and Accommodation - The conference will take place at the Harbin Engineering University Qingdao Innovation Development Base, with several nearby hotels offering special rates for attendees [50][51] Sponsorship and Exhibition - The conference offers gold, silver, and bronze sponsorship categories, providing various promotional opportunities for sponsors [52] - Exhibition spaces are available for companies, with a fee that includes meals and materials [53]