Introducing CeTI

CeTI stands for Centre for Tactile Internet with Human-in-the-Loop.

The vision of CeTI, a Cluster of Excellence at the University of Technology Dresden, is to enable people to interact with cyber-physical systems in the real or virtual world via intelligent communication networks and systems in near real time.

Such advances go far beyond the current state-of-the-art approaches in computer and engineering sciences: intelligent communication networks and adaptive CPS for quasi real-time co-operations with humans require online mutual learning mechanisms, which are crucial challenges.

To tackle these challenges, CeTI will conduct unique interdisciplinary research and will address major open research topics in key areas of the complexity of human control in the human–machine loop, sensor and actuator technologies, software and hardware designs, and the communication networks as the basis for several novel use cases grouped in medicine, industry, and the Internet of Skills.

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Latest News

Stay up to date and have a look at our last events and achievements. For more visit our news page.

  • July 17, 2025

    girls for robots + workshop

    CeTI General Assembly 2025: Recap Video

    CeTI General Assembly was held in May before the official decision on the next ...

  • July 16, 2025

    girls for robots + workshop

    Start of “Girls for Robotics” 2025/26

    The “Girls for Robotics” workshop series enters a new round on September 23, 20 ...

  • July 11, 2025

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    The BDI visits the CeTI

    The CeTI Cluster of Excellence welcomed a delegation from the Bundesverband der ...

  • July 27, 10:00 - 15:00

    Father-Child Workshop

    CeTI invites you to the second father-child workshop on robotics on July 27: real robot arms will be programmed and other robots will be demonstrated.

  • August 21, 10:00 - August 22, 15:00

    tryING

    The tryING program at TU Dresden offers female high school graduates a hands-on introduction to engineering studies, including insights into cutting-edge technologies like the tactile internet through CeTI.

  • August 23, 10:00 - 14:00

    CeTI at MS-Day

    The Center for Clinical Neurosciences invites you to a day of interesting discussions and informative insights on the topic of multiple sclerosis.

Upcoming Events

Visit our events page for details on our upcoming events and activities.

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The Tactile Internet is capable of transmitting the human senses of touch and smell over long distances, beyond audio and video.

Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Frank H. P. Fitzek | TU Dresden

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Tactile Internet in CeTI1

Revolutionizing collaboration between human and machine is the focus of CeTI’s research. In addition to enabling equal access to remote working and learning, the aim is also to democratize know-how through advanced communication networks.

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Tactile Internet in CeTI2

Revolutionizing collaboration between human and machine is the focus of CeTI’s research. In addition to enabling equal access to remote working and learning, the aim is also to democratize know-how through advanced communication networks.

Achievements

Through dynamic collaboration between researchers and chairs, the CeTI is an example of excellence in research and innovation. Gain an insight into our close collaborations within CeTI and previous publications and awards.

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Education

Beyond research, CeTI is also committed to social interests such as supporting young talents, promoting equal opportunities and creating socio-economic benefits, which is also ensured by the CeTI Career Development and Equal Opportunities Plan.

Ecosystem

By collaborating with companies and start-ups, CeTI’s extensive network ensures optimal networking and provides the basis for valuable connections that promote innovation and cooperation.

Team

CeTI offers an international, equal-opportunity research environment for the training and development of the next generation of outstanding researchers. Get to know our multidisciplinary and international team.