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Calmer waters downstream 

Wellbeing economy
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Writer-at-large Katherine Trebeck reflects on why we need upstream actions, not downstream responses, to the crises our world faces today.

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Art shows celebrate fresh dimensions of AI

Data & AI ethics
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Lively artworks offering perspectives on the current use and future possibilities of artificial intelligence premiered in two new Edinburgh exhibitions.

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Researching interdisciplinary learning and teaching in practice

Education
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In this post, Dr Jenny Scoles shares her experience of researching interdisciplinary learning and teaching.

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Join us at the 2025 Edinburgh Festivals 

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We are thrilled to support exciting events in three of the city’s major festivals: the Edinburgh International Festival, the Edinburgh International Book Festival, and the Edinburgh Art Festival.

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Introducing a new creative space at Edinburgh Futures Institute 

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We are delighted to announce the development of the Anthea Bond Exhibition Room at Edinburgh Futures Institute.

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New partnership aims to develop insurance for AI risks

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A new £2m academic-industry partnership will develop novel methods to insure against risk associated with the commercial application of AI.


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