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Christine Borland

Three people sit in green chairs on a stage, engaged in conversation. Two women face a man holding a tablet. There are glasses of water on a small round table. Black curtains hang in the background.

We are sad to hear of the death of the artist Christine Borland, who designed the extraordinary Edinburgh Seven Tapestry, the first major artwork in our building.

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Building responsible AI capability at NatWest Group

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The University of Edinburgh and NatWest Group have worked together on delivering an AI & Data Ethics programme for 60,000 staff, developed in partnership with Edinburgh Futures Institute.

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Congratulations to all our Summer 2026 graduates!

A huge congratulations to all our Summer 2026 graduates!

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Future University: Six events explore the future of higher education this September 

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Join our Future University events programme in 2026, a bold exploration of how universities can evolve to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world.

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death of the a(i)uthor exhibition on display until 28 July

A small house sits on a rocky hill under a starry night sky, with a bright blue and orange nebula stretching upward, resembling the Milky Way. Light spills from the house's window onto the ground.

If you found out a work of art you liked was made by an AI, would you like it any less?

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Edinburgh Futures Institute helps boost youth AI literacy

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Edinburgh Futures Institute has partnered with the British Council to support young people develop their knowledge of AI and the media.


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