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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…

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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…

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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…

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Cisco partners with University of Edinburgh to accelerate innovation

IT giant Cisco has announced a partnership with the University of Edinburgh to collaborate on…

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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…

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NatWest becomes first UK bank to launch Data Academy

NatWest has announced that it is to establish a million pound Data Academy that aims…

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Digital career advisor boosts prospects for jobless, study suggests

A new online search tool could improve job seekers’ prospects by offering them career advice…

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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…

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Data. It’s not just about the numbers…

Rachel Aldighieri, MD of the Direct Marketing Association, discusses why the marketing industry must elevate…

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