Artificial intelligence research projects get £20m boost

Artificial intelligence (AI) projects including research into the early detection of cancer have received £20 million in funding from the Government. The Turing AI Acceleration Fellowships have been awarded to 15 researchers using AI on innovative and diverse projects, including on energy efficient data processing and increasing workplace productivity. The fellows include Professor Christopher Yau, at the University of Manchester, who aims to use artificial intelligence technology to predict cancer development inside the body before it has fully formed. Professor Damien Coyle, from Ulster University, has also been given a fellowship for his work developing AI technology for use in wearable neurotechnology. By measuring signals from the brain without needing movement, the technology could help people who are unable to communicate after a serious injury or illness.