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Lancaster University receives nation’s highest education honour

Lancaster University has been awarded a Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education for its pioneering work that is helping to drive a global transformation in digital literacy.
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Lancaster University brings robots and polar science to life at major city event

Lancaster University researchers educated visitors at a major city event with hands-on demonstrations in robotics and polar science. Families explored how robots make decisions and learned about polar research through striking visuals and conversations with the scientists involved. The activities showcased the University’s commitment to making cutting-edge science accessible and inspiring for all ages.
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Lancaster University to create £2 million nuclear facility control room simulator

Lancaster University will strengthen its support for the UK’s clean energy goals and help enhance the country’s future nuclear safety and security with the creation of a new nuclear facility control room simulator.
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AISoc - First Meeting held in Sky Lounge

The first meeting of a new society took place in Infolab last week. About 40 attended the AISoc meeting and plans have been made for future meet ups. There has been great interest in the society ensuring this group will have an active presence on campus.
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Data Science Institute Prizes 2025 — Call for Nominations

The Data Science Institute (DSI) invites nominations for three prizes celebrating research excellence and inclusive impact across data science and AI. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from historically underrepresented and underserved backgrounds, and we will make adjustments for career breaks.

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10th Dec

DSI Christmas Celebration - Prizes, Mince Pies and Bot or Not?

Wednesday 10 December 2025, 12:30pm to 2:00pm
12th Dec

FST Christmas Cheers for Early Career Researchers!

Friday 12 December 2025, 12:30pm to 2:00pm
15th Dec

DSI Health Theme Lunchtime Invitation

Monday 15 December 2025, 1:00pm to 3:00pm

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