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Preston Culbertson is an incoming Assistant Professor at Cornell University's Department of Computer Science (starting Fall 2025) and currently a Research Scientist at The AI Institute. His research focuses on enabling robots to achieve human-like agility and robustness through the integration of machine learning, computer vision, and control theory, particularly in contact-rich tasks like manipulation and locomotion.
His academic background includes a strong foundation in robotics and control systems. Culbertson has published extensively on topics such as dexterous manipulation, stochastic safety, multi-robot systems, and space robotics. Notable achievements include the Outstanding Paper Award at the CoRL Workshop on Dexterous Manipulation (2024) and the Best Manipulation Paper Award at ICRA 2018.
Research interests span robotics, machine learning, and control theory, with an emphasis on practical algorithms for real-world applications. His work bridges theoretical foundations and applied robotics, addressing challenges like robust grasping, collision avoidance, and autonomous navigation. Culbertson is also engaged in broader societal impacts, exploring ethical considerations in robotics and advocating for equitable technological advancements.
- Awards: Outstanding Paper (CoRL 2024), Best Manipulation Paper (ICRA 2018)
- Current Roles: Incoming Cornell CS Faculty, Research Scientist at The AI Institute
- Labs/Teams: Developing a lab at Cornell focused on dexterous manipulation and agile robotics
