News Roundup
Commenting on the publication of the Government’s ‘Get Britain Working’ White Paper, Peter McGettrick, chair of British Safety Council, said “Even before the pandemic, numbers of people out of work with long-term health conditions was on the rise and the trend has only continued, so it is good to see this concerted attempt by the government to support people into work and help them to remain there. Whether or not it can deliver on its promises remains to be seen, but we need a fresh approach to this serious issue. Worsening health outcomes and rising levels of economic inactivity contribute to low productivity in the UK, making it harder to deliver growth. For more information on the Government’s ‘Get Britain Working’ white paper, visit: https://tinyurl.com/bdjhwr4r
Aston University is excited to announce the launch of Aston University London, a new educational hub in the heart of the UK’s capital.
Leveraging Aston University’s reputation as a leader in science, technology and enterprise, the new hub will feature programmes designed and delivered by the university’s renowned faculty.
The curriculum is built around an innovative framework that emphasises collaboration, industry engagement and interdisciplinary learning, providing students with the flexibility to tailor their studies to their individual career goals.
Aston University London will welcome its first cohort of students in spring 2025.
Coventry University is using generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to equip teachers in rural Vietnam with the skills and knowledge to integrate such tools into their teaching practices by launching GameAid.
The project, will support Vietnamese educators by designing, prototyping and evaluating a serious game that illustrates how GenAI applications and tools can be integrated into teaching in playful and engaging ways.
GameAid is equipping teahcers with the tool they need to meet the demands of the future.
Transport for London (TfL) is seeking a delivery partner to work collaboratively to develop purpose-built solar farms to connect to the London Underground network, with opportunities for a broader connection to TfL’s estate. Bidders are invited to participate in a competitive tender, which opened on 31 October. Unlocking renewable energy sources in London will create green jobs and increase the UK’s renewable energy market confidence with a wider ambition to use 100% renewable source electricity across TfL’s operations by 2030.
Mosaic is releasing a groundbreaking 360° highresolution dataset of Prague, a project initially introduced in July 2024.
The RealMap Prague dataset captures the city’s architectural heritage, infrastructure, and streetscapes with centimeter-level accuracy, establishing a new benchmark for high-resolution urban mapping. Covering every meter of Prague with remarkable clarity, Mosaic’s dataset is anticipated to make a significant impact in sectors such as urban planning, virtual tourism, historical preservation, 3D modeling, and immersive VFX productions.
For geospatial researchers, the data provides a precise baseline for environmental planning and urban infrastructure applications.
For the VFX industry, it opens doors to highly realistic urban backdrops and interactive environments that can
redefine visual experiences.
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