Northumbria University's Innovations: Shaping a Brighter Future for Our Local Area
I'm thrilled to share some exciting updates from Northumbria University, and it's all about innovation, growth, and making a positive impact on our community!
First, let me introduce you to two incredible projects that are set to reshape our region's future:
The North East Space Skills and Technology Centre (NESST):
Northumbria University has secured a remarkable £50 million in funding to establish NESST, a world-leading space skills research and technology centre right here in the North East of England. This ""game-changer"" project, supported by the UK Space Agency and Lockheed Martin, is expected to create over 350 jobs and inject £260 million into our local economy over the next 30 years. It's a vital part of the government's levelling-up agenda and will catalyse the development of the UK space sector in our region.
The UKRI AI Centre for Doctoral Training in Citizen-Centred Artificial Intelligence:
Northumbria University is also at the forefront of AI innovation. They've secured around £9 million in UK Research and Innovation funding to establish this ground-breaking centre. It will train the next generation of AI researchers and innovators, specializing in areas like responsible and trustworthy AI, healthcare, agriculture, environmental sustainability, and more. The focus is on ensuring AI benefits everyone, with citizens actively involved in its design and evaluation.
I'm truly excited about these developments, and I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Northumbria University for their dedication and vision.
I encourage you all to check out the full details and updates on these projects on Northumbria's social media channels, and if you have any questions or want to learn more, please reach out to me. Together, let's celebrate the remarkable achievements of our local institutions and support their endeavours to shape a brighter future for our area.