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Lancashire to focus on benefits of ‘sweat equity’ with UK Tech Week masterclass
Special masterclass in unlocking the power of sweat equity to be hosted in Lancaster on April 25th Innovate Lancashire, Lancashire County Council’s innovation-led economic growth programme, has announced that Lancashire will be participating in the inaugural UK Tech Week. UK Tech Week is a new initiative which aims to shine a spotlight on the tech innovation, expertise and talent that exists in every part of the UK. It will commence with a national launch event on Monday 22nd April, followed by a three-day collaborative celebration of tech – featuring special events and festivals hosted across the country – between 23rd… Keep reading
National recognition for Lancaster University’s cyber security research excellence
Lancaster University’s status as one of the top UK universities for cyber security research has again been recognised by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). The most recent assessment by the NCSC, a part of GCHQ (Government Communications Headquarters), and the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, has reaffirmed Lancaster University as an ‘Academic Centre of Excellence for Cyber Security Research’ (ACE-CSR). To be recognised as an ACE-CSR universities must meet tough minimum standards as well as proving certain criteria including that they have a critical mass of academics engaged in cutting-edge cyber security research and proven track record in… Keep reading
Fraser House to fly the flag for Lancashire at UK Tech Week
Innovate Lancashire has confirmed it will be taking part in the inaugural UK Tech Week, a new national initiative which aims to shine a spotlight on the tech innovation, expertise, and talent that exists across the country. It will commence with a launch event on Monday 22nd April, followed by a three-day collaborative celebration of tech featuring special events and festivals running between 23rd and 25th April 2024. UK Tech Week will provide a high profile platform to promote these events to a national audience and will further help to signpost ongoing… Keep reading
Fraser House helps to inspire next generation of Lancashire tech entrepreneurs
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Lancashire’s TeenTech festival returns for 2024
Now in its fourth year, TeenTech Lancashire has announced details of its 2024 edition. Hosted at the University of Central Lancashire on Thursday June 20th, it will again bring students from across the county together for an exciting, interactive programme which helps young people understand the range of career opportunities offered by digital, science and technology pathways. Last year’s event, which was hailed as a great success, saw over 170 Year 8 and 9 pupils from schools across Lancashire take part in an immersive day of workshops with leading employers from across the science, cyber and technology… Keep reading
Lancashire County Council expands innovation team to support new tech, digital and cyber economic growth
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Innovate Lancashire helps Gemma tame the BBC Dragons
A Lancashire entrepreneur who won £15,000 at the Lancashire Innovation Challenge in 2022 has now gone one better by securing £50K from an investor on BBC One’s Dragons’ Den programme. Gemma Connolly, from Buckshaw-based Scoff Paper, recently appeared on the show tonight, and invited the dragons to invest in her edible dog birthday card business. After a tough grilling from the panel, investor Sara Davies agreed to an investment of £50K in return for… Keep reading
Lancaster to lead on new £9 million mathematics for AI research hub
Lancaster University has announced it is set to lead on a new £9m research hub which aims to transform the way we develop and use artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Working closely with partners in industry, the ProbAI Hub will bring together leading researchers from mathematics, statistics and computational AI to develop the mathematical foundations of probabilistic AI. Focusing on forging a greater understanding around probability within AI models, the project will enable AI to evolve and tackle complex problems across applications from weather forecasting to cyber security, and from healthcare to infrastructure planning. Researchers behind the… Keep reading
IN4 Group partners with Lancaster University to develop cyber skills in the region
Lancaster University has joined forces with the tech skills and innovation provider IN4 GroupIN4 to help drive tech investment across the North West. The partnership will see the establishment of 24 CyberFirst Gold Hubs, one in each of the North West Local Authority areas, which aim to give every young person access to world-class technology skills and employment. The Hubs are designed to attract inward investment which will support STEM educational enrichment and develop a technology-embedded curriculum. Education and corporate partners, including IBM, Northrop Grumman, KPMG UK, QinetiQ, and BT, will work together to deliver skills to young… Keep reading
Lancashire manufacturers embrace Made Smarter drive growth
Made Smarter, the North West business support scheme for innovative manufacturers, has announced that manufacturing SMEs across Lancashire have invested £7.6m in new technologies as part of the programme. Ninety-five businesses in the county have now secured £2m matched funding from the government-funded, industry-backed initiative, adopting technologies as diverse as sensors, robotics, 3D printing and artificial intelligence (AI). Backed by £5.6m of private investment, these manufacturers are forecasting the creation of 522 jobs and 1,151 upskilled roles, boosting the County’s economy by £80m. Twelve Lancashire manufacturers are among the latest wave to join Made Smarter, taking to 300 the… Keep reading
Blackpool becomes UK’s first test site for pioneering seashell concrete
Professor Karl Williams from University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) has worked with Blackpool arts company LeftCoast to develop a sustainable, pervious concrete using whelks and scallop shells. The university has now joined forces with LeftCoast to test the concrete at Bostonway Community Garden, in Blackpool, as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional concrete. UCLan’s mechanical and hydrological tests have proven that the pervious seashell concrete meets UK standards on strength and permeability, while a life cycle assessment reports it has a lower carbon footprint compared to conventional concrete and asphalt. By recycling and reusing… Keep reading
The Future of Energy in the UK
In an effort to enhance competition and innovation in the energy market, the UK government is set to empower households with greater access to energy deals and increased control over their energy usage. Energy Consumers and Affordability Minister Amanda Solloway recently unveiled ambitious plans aimed at providing consumers with a wider array of energy options, ranging from flexible tariffs to smart chargers for electric vehicles and opportunities to invest in renewable energy for discounted electricity bills. Current Landscape and Challenges: As energy prices surged globally due to geopolitical events, the UK government stepped in to alleviate the burden… Keep reading