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Meet the Academic simulating smart cities of the future
Architect turned digital systems specialist Manolya Kavakli-Thorne is crafting smart city solutions to help leaders make better decisions.
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£1.8 million awarded to projects at the cutting edge of transport innovation
Shapeshifting trailers and ‘swarm robotics’ are amongst a host of new ideas being chosen to help tackle some of the UK’s most pressing transport challenges, like improving the efficiency of freight and decarbonising maritime.
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HMGCC Co-Creation challenge: Security watermarks for physical documents
The latest national security challenge launched by HMGCC Co-Creation, is looking for tech solutions founded in forensic linguistics, to help ensure the identity of online authors.
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Create investor FOMO, climate tech firms told
Ed Phillips of Future Planet Capital advises founders to build relationships with investors 12 – 18 months in advance, warning that going to market too late, or lingering too long, can sink fundraising chances.
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Meet the innovator using AI to improve crowd safety in train stations
Biology graduate Rosie Richardson became fascinated by human behaviour and the role technology can play in keeping people safe. Now she is driving the development of a system that spots potential hazards at train stations to provide early alerts for rail staff to keep passengers secure.
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Digital Construction International Programme (DCIP)
The Digital Construction International Programme (DCIP) advances global infrastructure through the adoption of digital construction techniques such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) aligned with international standards.
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Call for innovations in public space that can promote healthier lifestyles for young people
Up to £25k funding, plus trial support, is available to innovators with ideas for public realm interventions that can improve the health of young people in Barking as part of the Public Realm Innovation Lab.
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Public Realm Innovation Lab – Open Call
This initiative will explore how public realm interventions can reduce pressure on the NHS by supporting social prescribing and preventative healthcare. It is shaped by the health priorities of the borough and the needs of the local community.
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CReDO value propositions for transport sectors
Strategic ecosystem mapping for Climate Resilience Decision Optimiser implementation.
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Black Country businesses dominate list of firms selected for green innovation funding
Ten West Midlands based businesses have been chosen to develop their solutions through the Clean Futures Accelerator programme – with eight based in the Black Country.
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I3P Talks With Mott MacDonald on the future of our cities: sustainable growth, low carbon solutions, optimism and inclusion
The latest i3P Talks With session brought together industry professionals to explore the future of urban infrastructure, with a focus on sustainable growth, climate solutions, and inclusive approaches to business.
