The field of robotics is witnessing significant advancements in autonomous systems and human-robot collaboration, with a focus on improving efficiency, safety, and effectiveness in various applications. Recent developments are shifting towards more intelligent and adaptive robotic systems that can operate in complex environments and interact seamlessly with humans. Noteworthy progress is being made in areas such as autonomous disinfection, smart manufacturing, and climate-relevant robotics research. Notable papers include: Development of an Autonomous Mobile Robotic System for Efficient and Precise Disinfection, which proposes a mobile robotic system for UV disinfection that prioritizes high-risk areas and reduces disinfection time. Human-Robot collaboration in surgery: Advances and challenges towards autonomous surgical assistants, which provides a comprehensive review of the advancements and challenges in the development of autonomous surgical robotic assistants. A Roadmap for Climate-Relevant Robotics Research, which presents a roadmap for climate-relevant robotics research, identifying high-impact opportunities for collaboration between roboticists and experts across climate domains.