CoRL

Overview

The Robot Learning Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization that serves as the governing body for the Conference on Robot Learning (CoRL), an annual international scientific conference established in 2017. CoRL focuses on advancements at the intersection of robotics and machine learning, providing a platform for researchers, practitioners, and industry experts to present findings and discuss challenges in the field. The foundation operates as an independent non-profit entity dedicated to fostering cutting-edge research and innovation in robot learning.

History

The Conference on Robot Learning was founded in 2017 as a scientific venue for sharing advancements in robotics and machine learning. The Robot Learning Foundation, Inc. was established as a non-profit corporation to serve as the governing body behind CoRL. Under the leadership of Ken Goldberg, who serves as President of the Board of Directors and holds the William S. Floyd Distinguished Chair at UC Berkeley, the foundation has grown the conference into a premier international event. CoRL has expanded to its 8th edition by 2026, with the conference held annually in different locations globally.

Product Lines

Manufacturing

As a non-profit scientific conference organization, CoRL does not manufacture physical products. The foundation organizes and hosts the annual Conference on Robot Learning, which is held at various venues internationally. CoRL 2026 is hosted at the JW Marriott Austin in Austin, Texas.

Notable Products

• Conference on Robot Learning (CoRL) - Annual international conference featuring peer-reviewed papers, workshops, keynotes, and industry talks on robotics and machine learning
• OpenReview Submission Platform - Double-blind peer review system for paper submissions using OpenReview infrastructure
• Diamond Sponsor Program - Industry partnership program featuring sponsor talks and visibility at the conference

Reputation

CoRL is recognized as a premier venue in the robotics and machine learning research community, attracting a global audience of academics and industry professionals. The conference maintains rigorous double-blind peer review standards and has established itself as a significant platform for advancing the field. The Robot Learning Foundation operates transparently through the non-profit sector, though it has faced administrative challenges including delinquency with California state registrations. The conference is supported by major technology companies and robotics firms, indicating strong industry confidence in its mission and relevance.