The Social Minds Lab is an initiative of the Artificial Intelligence Research Institute (IIIA), built upon four foundational pillars:

Integrated Infrastructure: We provide a hybrid research environment featuring high-end physical facilities — including immersive projection, motion capture, and experimental spaces for robotics and domestic settings. These are supported by robust resources (high-performance computing, robotics, and a fablab) and a intangible assets like open-source code, shared datasets, and collaborative repositories.

A Collaborative Community: Our lab brings together an interdisciplinary team of senior researchers, postdocs, and graduate students (PhD, Master’s, and Undergraduate) who identify at the forefront of Artificial Social Cognition.

Purpose-Driven Research: We pursue a comprehensive research agenda that spans the spectrum from foundational theoretical inquiries to practical, real-world applications.

Human-Centric Vision for Social AI: We believe in AI as a socially transformative force. We share a vision where Artificial Intelligence remains centered on people, translating our scientific findings into impactful public policy and meaningful community outreach.