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Students and Tech Enthusiasts Gear Up for National Robotics Week 2014

A record 225 robot events taking place in all 50 states

BEDFORD, Mass., April 3, 2014 — (PRNewswire) — In a year full of robot news and advancements, the fifth annual National Robotics Week is being held April 5-13. Established by Congress in 2010 to raise awareness about robots and their important role in shaping the future of education, industry and the U.S. economy, National Robotics Week brings together students, educators and influencers who share a passion for robots and technology. Headed by founder and lead organizer iRobot, along with support from robot enthusiasts throughout the country, the tech-heavy week is all about:

The fifth annual National Robotics Week is being held April 5 - 13. National Robotics Week brings together students, educators and influencers who share a passion for robots and technology.

A record 225 events (and counting) focused on 'everything robots' will be held in all 50 states. Events are organized by a wide range of parties, including robot companies, institutions, educators, government agencies, universities and individuals who are making a mark on the world of robots. They include robotics competitions, expos, parties, workshops, classes and camps. This year, through the combined work of iRobot, Georgia Tech and IEEE Spectrum, a first of its kind set of robot trading cards will also be available on the National Robotics Week website to view and print. Each card depicts a famous robot along with important stats and fun facts.

National Robotics Week events include:

For other events in your area or to list an event please visit: http://nationalroboticsweek.org/events.php  

"As the robotics industry rapidly expands across our country, it offers a unique array of opportunities to excite students in the classroom and power business growth," said Congressman Joe Kennedy III. "By bringing together stakeholders in every state, National Robotics Week and iRobot will encourage further innovation in STEM education and help drive advancement in the technologies of tomorrow."

"This past year has been a very exciting one for robots. Important industry developments, along with the introduction of new products and technologies, are changing the way people live," said Colin Angle, chairman and CEO of iRobot.  "iRobot is proud to play a leading role organizing National Robotics Week. It not only serves as a time to acknowledge accomplishments within the field, but a time when we can leverage the excitement that robots create to inspire students to pursue technology-related fields."

As founder of National Robotics Week, iRobot is committed to building a future for STEM education in the United States. The company's multi-faceted outreach program is a resource for students, parents and educators to share in the excitement of robotics. In addition to classroom visits and other events, iRobot provides mentoring, career introduction and internships, all geared toward connecting students to the opportunities provided by a STEM education and occupation. More information about iRobot's STEM efforts can be found at www.irobot.com/stem.

For more information about National Robotics Week, go to: http://www.nationalroboticsweek.org/.

National Robotics Week is also on Twitter ( @roboweek and #roboweek) and Facebook ( facebook.com/roboweek).

Official National Robotics Week gear, featuring mascot Bleeker the Rechargeable Dog, can be found at: http://www.cafepress.com/bleeker.

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