Meet the founders behind Data Innovation.AI
What is your sector? Building management. What is your solution? Data-driven simulations to reduce spread of infection through building design. When were you part of the Data-Driven Entrepreneurship Programme? February...
How the Scottish public sector can unlock the value of data
Throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, we’ve seen countless examples from around the world of how data can be used to bring about significant social, scientific, and economic benefits. South Korea, which was...
Embracing data-driven solutions to revolutionise mental health care
Mental health care in the UK is currently in the midst of a ‘digital revolution.’ With a number of new and innovative services to choose from – whether that be...
Cracking the code to offline computational thinking
In our digitally connected world, it can be argued that coding and especially computational thinking have become essential parts of a new ‘computing literacy’ to support traditional literacy. These computational...
Firm foundations to unlock digital estate
Data and technology will be key enablers of the enhanced performance of our built environment The United Nations estimates that the built environment contributes to 40 per cent of global...
Forget the elevator, it’s the second pitch that will help you scale new heights
What you say to industry analysts makes the difference in growth The UK is one of the most vibrant places in the world for creating tech ventures. Yet, according to...
5G dials up connected future
Enhanced connectivity can support Scotland’s objective to build a net-zero carbon nation Connecting communities using 5G-enabled technologies will be life- changing, allowing individuals and businesses to improve significantly their quality...
Seizing the opportunities and accelerating the transition
University drives circular economy of the future The severity of the threat posed by climate change and the consequences of inaction are made plain in the latest assessment report by...
Galvanizing a Net Zero nation through technology
Innovation is key to our response to the climate change emergency The climate emergency is real, and we’re feeling the effects. Scotland had its fourth hottest summer on record, according...
On the road to cutting emissions
Research at Edinburgh University looks at how net-zero targets for decarbonising vehicles could impact the haulage industry With transport contributing about 25 per cent of UK greenhouse gas emissions, the...

