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.

  • March 26, 2026

    conference + RIG + robotics

    German Robotics Conference 2026 in Cologne

    From Labs to National Strategy: CeTI’s Impact at the German Robotics Conference ...

  • March 26, 2026

    excellence + recap + visit

    Silence, Darkness and Science: Galileo Experiment at CeTI

    What happens when you strip away every sensory anchor - no light, no echo, noth ...

  • March 17, 2026

    interview + research

    Enabling Data-Driven Excellence within CeTI: An Interview with Lize van der Linden

    At CeTI, interdisciplinarity is not just some priority — it's a core part of ou ...

  • April 15 - April 17

    BeWISE Conference

    The BEWISE Conference empowers women in science and engineering while featuring a special workshop dedicated to "Male Allyship" and unwritten professional rules.

  • April 23

    Girls’ Day 2026

    Female students are given the opportunity to meet role models and get a firsthand impression of the institution.

  • May 19 - May 20

    IEEE 6G Summit in Dresden

    CeTI will be represented at the 6G Summit in Dresden for two days, alongside partner projects from Deutsche Telekom’s Chair of Communication Networks.

Upcoming Events

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

Portrait of Frank Fitzek

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

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.