Deeptech goes nationwide with Conception X

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The University of Edinburgh is to be part of a UK-wide network to support deeptech start-ups. Barclays Eagle Labs have funded Conception X, a PhD deeptech venture programme, with support from the Department for Science, Innovation, and Technology. Riam Kanso, Conception X Founder and CEO, said: “The funding will amplify our impact on the UK…

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Advanced investor readiness – applications open

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The Advanced Investor Readiness (AIR) Programme is an intensive development course that equips entrepreneurs with advanced skills and insights for their investment journey. The programme will take place in Edinburgh between January to April 2024, culminating with the opportunity to pitch live on stage at the EIE24 technology investor showcase on 1st May 2024. The…

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Bayes Centre welcomes new director Prof Ruth King

The Bayes Centre, the University of Edinburgh’s Innovation Hub for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence is delighted to announce that Professor Ruth King, an international leader within the field of statistics, will take up the position of Director in August 2023.  Professor Ruth King is the Thomas Bayes’ Chair of Statistics in the School of…

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DDI hubs to lead purpose-driven banking centre

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The Data-Driven Innovation hubs Edinburgh Futures Institute and the Bayes Centre are to lead the creation of a new centre for purpose-driven banking. The centre is a partnership between NatWest Group and the University of Edinburgh, and will draw on expertise from more than 100 academics across the whole of the university. The centre builds…

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