Shadow Science Minister tours UCL Laboratories
8 February 2024
Chi Onwurah MP, Shadow Minister for Science, Research, and Innovation visits UCL to discuss developments in artificial intelligence.
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The department hosted Chi Onwurah MP on Tuesday 6 February for a thought provoking discussion on the future of AI.
Led by Professor Anthony Kenyon, Ms. Onwurah was given a tour of the cutting-edge laboratories in the Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering. The groundbreaking work being done to advance neuromorphic computing - a field inspired by the complexities of the human brain were discussed and showcased. Additionally, Professor Kenyon shed light on Intrinsic, a UCL spin-out dedicated to pioneering next-generation semiconductors.
The visit underscored the vital role that academic institutions like UCL play in driving innovation and shaping the future of technology.
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