The theme for the 2026 IEEE 9th International Conference on Soft Robotics (RoboSoft) is “Human-centered Soft Robotics for Social Challenges”, emphasizing the critical role of soft robotics in improving lives and addressing pressing societal needs. As the field continues to evolve, soft robots are increasingly being designed with human users and communities in mind—enhancing healthcare, enabling assistive technologies, promoting sustainability, and fostering inclusive design. RoboSoft 2026 invites researchers, engineers, designers, students, and industry professionals to engage in a dynamic exchange of ideas focused on how soft robotics can make a meaningful impact in the real world. The conference will feature keynote lectures, live demonstrations, technical and interdisciplinary discussions, forums, art and design exhibits, and more—spotlighting innovations that put people at the heart of soft robotic development.

IEEE 9th International Conference on Soft Robotics (RoboSoft) is technically sponsored by IEEE. The proceedings  of this event are likely to be indexed in  prominent databases such as Scopus, Web of Science (WoS), Ei Compendex, DBLP, Google Scholar, and many others.