The Dyson-SUTD Innovation Studios on the campus of the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have been officially opened by Sir James Dyson. The Dyson-SUTD Innovation Studios represent a S$1million commitment – the largest-ever donation to a Singapore education institution by the James Dyson Foundation, Dyson’s global charitable foundation. It forms part of … [Read more...] about James Dyson Foundation opens innovation studios in Singapore
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University of Manchester launches new smart robotics centre
The University of Manchester is launching a new specialist multi-disciplinary centre to explore developments in smart robotics through the lens of artificial intelligence and autonomous machinery. The Manchester Centre for Robotics and AI will be based in the engineering and materials facilities at the University of Manchester, which will provide a state-of-the-art home for … [Read more...] about University of Manchester launches new smart robotics centre
Prototypes for Humanity announces winners of inaugural award
Prototypes for Humanity, an initiative developed by the Art Dubai Group that brings together the best innovations to come out of graduate projects around the world, has announced the winners of its inaugural award. Offering prizes worth US$100,000, the award aims to champion academic excellence in critical areas for sustainable development, recognising four projects that … [Read more...] about Prototypes for Humanity announces winners of inaugural award
New academy aims to reverse toolmaking skills crisis
Independent training provider In-Comm Training and Birmingham-based manufacturing company Brandauer have joined forces to launch the UK’s first precision-tooling academy. The two strategic partners have invested more than £1million to create a commercial toolroom in In-Comm’s facility in Aldridge that will produce complex tooling while also acting as a professional training … [Read more...] about New academy aims to reverse toolmaking skills crisis
New research collaboration aims to tackle global societal challenges through design
MIT has announced a new eight-year collaborative research programme aimed at driving scientific research in sustainable design, innovation and digital technologies, as well as in translating research results into practice. Funded by the Hasso Plattner Foundation, the Hasso Plattner Institute-MIT Research Program on Designing for Sustainability will see researchers at the MIT … [Read more...] about New research collaboration aims to tackle global societal challenges through design
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