Join us for the return of the Tea & Tech Cafe - a relaxed two-day experience, showcasing innovative technologies designed to support older people, carers and aged care organisations run by the UNSW Big Anxiety Research Centre.
We invite consumers, service providers and business leaders to connect with UNSW researchers pioneering Artificial Intelligence (AI), virtual reality, robotics and sensory environments. Visitors will discover how emerging technologies can help people stay connected, stimulated, active and well for longer.
This is a dementia friendly event.
One-hour panel talk, each day, including public figures, politicians, technology inventors and dementia advocates. Guest lineup to be announced soon.
All-day interactive demonstrations
AI companions by PsychoSocialTech, designed to support loneliness, anxiety, isolation and ageing, including Viv, the world's first digitally embodied AI dementia peer companion
Special screening of Conscious, an award winning film by director Suki Chan
Immersive installations by leading artists and technologists
Virtual Reality experiences
Domestic robots and robot pets
Sensory and sound environments
Dementia hacks - DIY adaptive technology
Programs supporting cognitive stimulation and falls prevention
Bespoke 3D avatar creation
Tea and cake service by robots
Meet the innovators: visitors can speak directly with UNSW researchers, dementia advocates and technology innovators working at the forefront of AI, VR, robotics and psychosocial technologies.
Complimentary tea, refreshments and cake will be available throughout the day. Registration is encouraged for catering purposes.
The venue is located on at the UNSW Health Translation Hub. Accessible drop-off at the venue entrance can be arranged for visitors who are unable to walk from nearby parking or public transport. The Seminar Room is located on the Ground Floor of the Health Translation Hub and is wheelchair accessible.
For event enquiries or to discuss your access requirements, please email s.boustead@unsw.edu.au.
This event is organised by the UNSW Big Anxiety Research Centre, with support from the Sydney Partnership for Health, Education, Research and Enterprise (SPHERE).
