Leonardo Maglanoc

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Hi 👋, I’m Leo, a Robotics & AI master’s student at the Technical University of Munich. I’m currently working on my thesis at Foundation, a humanoid robotics startup, where I’m advancing multifingered manipulation with 3D foundation models.

Previously, I worked as an AI/ML research intern at BMW and completed the Siemens mentoring programme. I’ve contributed to several academic research projects, covering fields such as safe human-robot collaboration, neuro-inspired computing, and spatial perception for navigation (SLAM). I’m experienced in C++, Python, and PyTorch for developing AI-driven robotics and machine learning applications.

I have an international background: of Asian heritage, born in Norway, and raised in Germany. Outside of work, I enjoy practicing calisthenics and jogging, reading philosophy, and writing poetry.

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Nov 19, 2025 Member of AI Grid, an AI research network funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research

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