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Change in the air with student challenges
Students from the University of Edinburgh have tackled pressing industry and social challenges in one…
DDI supports scheme to attract research talent to Edinburgh
The Data-Driven Innovation initiative has announced its support for a £5.5m fund to appoint 25…
Student YouTube star makes DIY robotics look as easy as Pi
A first-year university student has become an online sensation, offering expert advice on DIY robotics…
Cisco partners with University of Edinburgh to accelerate innovation
IT giant Cisco has announced a partnership with the University of Edinburgh to collaborate on…
University data science expertise on the bill at DataFest
The University of Edinburgh is set to make another big contribution to DataFest, Scotland’s data…
NatWest becomes first UK bank to launch Data Academy
NatWest has announced that it is to establish a million pound Data Academy that aims…
Digital career advisor boosts prospects for jobless, study suggests
A new online search tool could improve job seekers’ prospects by offering them career advice…
Scotland’s tech investment showcase has data-driven focus in 2019
Engage Invest Exploit (EIE) 2019 will take place on April 24 and is open to…
Data. It’s not just about the numbers…
Rachel Aldighieri, MD of the Direct Marketing Association, discusses why the marketing industry must elevate…