Academic institutions are actively participating in the transition that the global robotics industry is undergoing. At the center of it, most institutes are integrating humanoid robots into their curricula. The idea is to support research, engineering labs, and AI development programs. In 2026, the most anticipated additions to this ecosystem are the Unitree R1 robot for universities. It is now available for pre-order through Toborlife AI, with deliveries expected to begin in April 2026.