National Innovation Centre for Data

💡 Want to use data to grow your business, but don’t know where to start? Join this fully funded Data Workshop on 7th of May in Middlesborough where the Hartree Centre SME Hubs will break down the basics of data-driven innovation, explore real-world examples and show you how to turn data into business success. 🗓️ 7th of May, 9AM - 5PM 📍 Flok Co-working Space, Middlesbrough Places are limited, register here to avoid disappointment ➡️ https://bit.ly/4lcQV4B

🚀 And that's a wrap on our Spring Data Innovation Bootcamp 2025! Thank you to all the hard work this week put in by the selected students and the support provided by Connected Energy, Infected Blood Compensation Authority, North Star Housing Group and Utilities Manager Limited. 💡It has been a fantastic week which ended with some very insightful presentations by the talented students from Newcastle University. 🌟 We hope this has provided our business partners with some food for thought when approaching and solving the business challenge proposed. If you are a business interested in participating in our Summer Data Innovation Bootcamp (2nd - 6th June 2025), and having access to Newcastle University's talent pool of students, please get in touch: nicd@newcastle.ac.uk North East Local Enterprise Partnership, Newcastle Helix, Invest Newcastle, Invest North East England, The Catalyst, Business and partnerships with Newcastle University, Sunderland Software City

🧑💻 An exciting new video has just dropped from Newcastle Helix, showcasing The Future of Data and AI, embracing cutting-edge technology for better productivity and decision making. Hear from a range of data scientists and entrepreneurs in the field, including our very own Director, Prof. Paul Watson and Data Scientist Louise Braithwaite ⬇️

💜 Meet the team – Chris Wedge 👋 Dr Chris Wedge recently joined the National Innovation Centre for Data (NICD) as a Data Scientist, bringing 15+ years of experience in data analytics and visualisation 🧠📊 With a background in chemistry and physics, Chris transitioned from academia to data science, drawn to the challenge of solving technical problems and sharing knowledge. He’s especially interested in AI ethics and how data science can drive the green energy transition 🌱 Get in touch via the link below and connect with the NICD team in person! ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3rG9aZs #datainnovation #businessinnovation #datascience #AI #ethics #artificialintelligence

🚀 Investing in a Data Skills Project means investing in your team’s ability to harness AI and data for better decision-making and innovation. Unlike off-the-shelf solutions, these projects empower your staff with the skills to drive data-led improvements independently. Why choose a Data Skills Project? ✔️ Tailored, hands-on tutorials for skill development ✔️ Real-world applications, not just theory ✔️ Immediate and lasting business impact Our experts at the National Innovation Centre for Data work with you every step of the way—helping you turn data into business value. 📊 Ready to start your journey today? Get in touch with us 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eTgdHkwM #DataScience #AIforBusiness #Upskilling

🥳 We're very excited to announce that our Spring Data Innovation Bootcamp begins today! 🤝 Working with Connected Energy, Infected Blood Compensation Authority, North Star Housing Group and Utilities Manager Limited, we are giving over 40 students from the Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering at Newcastle University, the opportunity to work alongside a business and their peers to solve a real and current business challenge using their data. ⚡️ Not only does this provide our students with new employability, data and business skills, it also provides fantastic industry insights for their future careers. Participating businesses also benefit from a new perspective and exciting new options to consider when it comes to the data set provided. 🍀 Good luck to the participating students and businesses for the exciting week ahead! If you're a business and and would like to learn more about participating in our summer bootcamp this June, get in touch: nicd@newcastle.ac.uk North East Local Enterprise Partnership, Newcastle Helix, Invest Newcastle, Invest North East England, The Catalyst, Business and partnerships with Newcastle University, Sunderland Software City

🌸 March's edition of our monthly newsletter 'The Data Debrief' went out today! 🙌 This month, we’re featuring: 🌟 Discovery Projects – Flexible, expert-led solutions for your business with funding options for startups and SMEs. 👩💻 Summer Data Innovation Bootcamp (2-6 June 2025) – Gain fresh insights and innovative solutions for your business from top Newcastle University students! 🔐 Privacy-Preserving AI Innovation – Explore how Newcastle University researchers are enhancing federated learning while ensuring data privacy. 📅 Datalyst 2025 – Join us on 12 June at The Catalyst for a dynamic day of insights, learning, and networking in data, AI, and business strategy. To stay up to date with the latest innovations in data science and AI, sign up to our exclusive newsletter today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3yDsdqT #datainnovation #businessinnovation #datascience #ai #artificialintelligence

🔍 Datalyst 2025: Where Data Meets Decision-Making 📅 12 June 2025 | 📍 The Catalyst, Newcastle upon Tyne Join us for a day of insights, innovation, and networking at Datalyst 2025! This must-attend event brings together professionals from data, accounting, finance, and analytics to explore cutting-edge topics, including AI, automation, forecasting, and data ethics. 📢 Spotlight: Data Governance, Ethics & Legalities How do we ensure responsible AI and data use? This crucial session will dive into: ✅ Best practices for data governance & compliance ✅ Legal considerations in data management ✅ Ethical challenges in AI, automation & decision-making 💡 Prof. Paul Watson, Director of the National Innovation Centre for Data, will be chairing this panel discussion with leading experts in these areas, providing valuable insights for anyone navigating today’s data-driven landscape: Mhairi Aitken, Senior Ethics Fellow, The Alan Turing Institute Christopher Bowen, Commercial Solicitor, Womble Bond Dickinson (UK) LLP Jessica Liang, Senior Risk and Analytic Specialist, Virgin Money Ian Pay, Head of Data Analytics and Tech, ICAEW Geoff Trotter, Co-Founder and CEO, ESG Excel 🔗 Book now via Eventbrite ➡️ https://bit.ly/40d6q4G 🤝 Supported by Analyst Network North East , The OR Society, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, ICAEW 🌟Supporting DataKind UK For more news, keep watching this space and the official event page ➡️ https://bit.ly/4eTOMak

We are excited to announce the results of our most recent open call. 🎉 Over the next 12 weeks, our Data Scientists will be working with Vekta Group and Ghostwriter Consultancy & Events. Congratulations to the successful organisations! 🌟 Vekta Group specialises in renewable energy consulting and digital services, developing software tools to enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of renewable energy projects. 🌟 Ghostwriter Consultancy & Events provides an innovative solution that connects venues, artists, and audiences to create seamless live experiences. This project will support their new tech product Gig Lab. If you would like to learn more about our collaborative data projects, click here. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eT7gZAx5 National Innovation Centre for Data Sunderland Software City STFC Hartree Centre Newcastle University

🌍 Public Web Data: AI, Research & Social Good 📅 26 March 2025 🕕 18:00 - 19:00 📍 King's College London 🎟️ Free admission Public web data fuels AI, powers research, and drives economic growth—but how can we harness it for social good while ensuring ethical use? Join an insightful discussion with Dana Mazia on leveraging public web data responsibly to tackle critical societal challenges. Explore: 🔍 How AI & research depend on public web data 🔍 Ethical data collection & analysis 🔍 Using web data to drive positive impact Don't miss this opportunity to engage with experts & shape the future of ethical AI! 🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4it11fT #AI #DataEthics #PublicData #MachineLearning #SocialImpact #BigData