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The Data Lab
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Scotland's Innovation Centre for Data and AI. We help companies, organisations and individuals capitalise on the opportunities that exist within data and AI. https://thedatalab.com/
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👋 Hello, Bluesky!

We’re The Data Lab - Scotland’s Innovation Centre for Data and AI.

We believe in a thriving, connected society powered by data and AI. We support responsible innovation across sectors to turn bold ideas into impact.

Follow for updates, insights, and ways to collaborate!
🎓 Funding opportunity for Scottish universities

The Data Lab invites Scottish universities to apply for SFC-funded scholarships to support students on data and AI-related Masters programmes for academic year 2026/27.

Learn more and apply by 16 January 2026: https://ow.ly/Rovc50XpP4S
November 11, 2025 at 9:35 AM
Understanding AI and Current Trends in Business

Michelle Scott will be speaking at CPD Expo this Wednesday, exploring how AI is reshaping industries — from personalisation in marketing and customer service to boosting efficiency and cutting costs.

📅 12 Nov, 3:30–4:00pm
📍 ExCeL London
November 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Join a webinar on 17 Nov to find out how you can boost efficiency & confidence with AI & access fully-funded project support.

‘Hands-on Data and AI support for SMEs’ provides practical, bespoke support for Scottish SMEs & social enterprises.

Register: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...
Intro to The Data Lab's hands-on AI Support for Businesses
Cover image by Jamillah Knowles & Digit / Building Corp / Licenced by CC-BY 4.0 Practical one-one help for businesses looking to boost efficiency, cut costs, and build confidence with data and AI Are ...
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November 7, 2025 at 10:47 AM
⏳ Still time to apply!

Fully funded MSc scholarships for January starts are still open at top Scottish universities.

✨ Don’t miss this chance to boost your data skills and accelerate your career!

👉 Check eligible courses and apply: https://thedatalab.com/students/scholarships/
November 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM
“Know Your Audience: Communicating with Data Viz”

We’ll explore how great data visualisation bridges the gap between analytics and impact, covering both the creativity and strategy of visual storytelling.

📅 Wed 12 Nov, 17:30 - 19:30
📍 Bayes Centre, Edinurgh + Online
🔗: https://ow.ly/qX1650XjC8B
Know Your Audience: Communicating with Data Viz
Image Credit: IceMing & Digit / https://betterimagesofai.org / https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Whether it’s your most recent board report recounting last quarter’s successes, or bringing the latest headlines to life in your favourite newspaper, great data visualisation can bridge the gap between analytics and impact. At this event we’ll cover both the creativity and strategy of visual storytelling, examining how to harness data to its fullest potential while tailoring it to the needs of your audience.   Jason Swan, joins us from Talan Data x AI, to discuss the...
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November 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
An introduction to AI and its opportunities

For leaders in SMEs/social enterprises, this free online session will help you build awareness & leadership capacity around AI.

🗓️: 19 Nov, 1 Dec
🔗: https://thedatalab.com/business-support/ai-adoption/executive-briefing-for-senior-leaders-and-managers/
November 5, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Ready to Boost Your Professional Development?

We'll be exhibiting at the CPD Expo 2025 in London next week!

Visit us at stall C230 to chat about how we can help you achieve your professional development goals & take your career to the next level.

📅 12 - 13 Nov
📍 ExCeL London

#CPDExpo #CPD2025
November 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
💡 Applications Now Open: Data Skills Credits Funding for Training Providers!

Training and education providers across the Tay Cities Region can apply for up to £12K to deliver digital and data upskilling courses.

👉 Apply before 5pm, Monday 14th November: dataskillsforwork.com/funding
November 4, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Scottish organisation looking to tap into emerging data and AI talent? 🧑‍💻

Whether you’re short on project resource or want to build data capability into your business, our Student Placement Programme can help.

👉 Learn more: https://thedatalab.com/business-support/accessing-talent
November 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🎉 The Data Lab Community’s Data Visualisation Competition is back for 2025, with a top prize worth over £500!

🔗 Register your interest now – competition opens 26 Nov! https://thedatalab.com/data-visualisation-competition-2025/
Data Visualisation Competition: Exploring Climate Action - The Data Lab
Hone your data viz skills by entering The Data Lab Community's data visualisation competition. Over £1,000 worth of prizes to be won!
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November 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM
📣 Free online data and AI transformation course for SMEs

Assess AI readiness, find opportunities & build a data-driven roadmap.

Intro: 26 Nov, 10-11AM
Module 1: 3-4 Dec, 10- 2PM
Module 2: 10-11 Dec, 10-12PM

👉: https://thedatalab.com/business-support/ai-adoption/data-and-ai-transformation-course/
November 3, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We were very happy to have the Minister for Business of Scotland, Richard Lochhead MSP, in The Data Lab today to talk about our work in fostering #data and #AI innovation, skills development and cross-sector collaboration across Scotland and beyond 🌍
October 30, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Join us for 'Data Visualisation Decoded: How to Make Charts that Work'.

This online session breaks down the science behind effective visuals.

Hear from Maria Fernanda Callejon, Data Visualisation Specialist & Marketing Analyst at Flourish (part of Canva).

👉: https://ow.ly/wISA50XibFB
October 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Our MSc Student Placement Programme is returning for 2026.

Each year, we connect Scottish organisations with talented students to support real-world data projects.

Learn more: https://thedatalab.com/business-support/accessing-talent
October 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Join us this Thursday for 'Breast Cancer and AI: From Evaluation to Implementation in the NHS'.

Prof Gerald Lip, a leading figure in breast screening and medical innovation, will explore the research and implementation of AI in diagnosing breast cancer.

🔗: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...
Breast Cancer and AI: From Evaluation to Implementation in the NHS
Professor Gerald Lip is a leading figure in breast screening and medical innovation, holding key roles as the Clinical Director for breast screening in the North East of Scotland and President of the ...
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October 27, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Delighted to host an exclusive Business Breakfast at the Bayes Centre this morning.

We were joined by senior data & AI leaders to discuss the future of AI in Scotland and beyond.

Great conversations, networking, and ideas on the opportunities and challenges in today’s AI landscape!
October 23, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Our data and AI meetup in Aberdeen is one week today!

Join us for Clarity by Design: Practical Data Visualisation. In this session, we'll focus on how design choices can make complex information clearer and more meaningful.

👉 Reserve your spot: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...
Clarity by Design – Practical Data Visualisation
How do you turn data into something people can actually use? Join us in Aberdeen for Clarity by Design, a practical session on data visualisation. Clear and accurate visuals help people read, interpre...
community.thedatalab.com
October 22, 2025 at 8:58 AM
🧠 AI is transforming dementia diagnosis in a UK first.

A new study led by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is using AI and blood biomarker tests to detect Alzheimer’s earlier and more accurately — aiming to reduce waiting times and improve patient outcomes.

👉 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Dementia diagnosis revolutionised by AI and new blood tests
Patients in Wales could be some of the first to benefit new research looking at how Artificial Intelligence combined with blood tests can help dementia patients.
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October 20, 2025 at 9:58 AM
Abel Aboh, Board Member at The Data Lab, reflects on what Black heritage, creativity, and inclusivity mean for Scotland’s data & AI future.

He shares how representation and opportunity make a real difference across education, careers, and communities.

🔗 thedatalab.com/guest-blog/r...
Celebrating Black History Month at The Data Lab
Explore Black History Month innovation at The Data Lab Scotland—how inclusion and diverse talent are shaping the future of data and AI.
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October 16, 2025 at 10:50 AM
We’re supporting Elementz with Compass & ONE Digital Tech for the Tide Breaker AI accelerator launch—connecting start-ups & operators in subsea energy to drive real impact.

📅 30 Oct
📍ONE Tech Hub, Aberdeen

Secure your spot: www.eventbrite.com/e/tide-break...

#TideBreaker #AIinEnergy
October 16, 2025 at 9:28 AM
🚀 Clarity by Design – Practical Data Visualisation

Join us in Aberdeen for a Data & AI Meetup exploring data visualisation. Learn practical techniques and see real examples you can use immediately!

🗓️ 29 Oct 2025, 15:00–17:00
📍 ONE Tech Hub, Aberdeen

👉: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...
Clarity by Design – Practical Data Visualisation
How do you turn data into something people can actually use? Join us in Aberdeen for Clarity by Design, a practical session on data visualisation. Clear and accurate visuals help people read, interpre...
community.thedatalab.com
October 15, 2025 at 10:25 AM
🎓 Fully funded MSc scholarships are still available for January starts on selected courses at top Scottish universities.

✨ A great opportunity to boost your data skills and kick-start your career.

👉 See which courses are eligible: thedatalab.com/students/sch...
October 14, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Applications open for the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards — celebrating business–academic collaboration.

We’re proud to launch the Trailblazing AI Collaboration category with @interfaceonline.bsky.social, spotlighting innovation in data & AI.

🏆 Deadline: 11 Dec
👉 thedatalab.com/news/scottis...
Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards open with new categories - The Data Lab
Scotland’s flagship celebration of business–academic collaboration is open for applications from businesses and academics throughout Scotland
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October 14, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Join us for 'The Future of Healthcare Systems' on 22 Oct in Glasgow

Explore how data & AI help clinicians diagnose faster, tailor treatments & improve operations. Hear from experts, see real-world applications, and discuss ethical AI use.

🔗: community.thedatalab.com/networks/eve...
The Future of Healthcare Systems
Image credit: Elise Racine / https://betterimagesofai.org / https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Healthcare systems are under immense and unprecedented pressure to keep up with demand in an en...
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October 13, 2025 at 10:53 AM
An introduction to AI and its opportunities: Executive briefing

Designed for leaders and senior managers in SMEs or social enterprises, this free session will help you build awareness and leadership capacity around adopting AI.

🗓: 21 Oct, 19 Nov, 1 Dec
🔗 thedatalab.com/business-sup...
AI Adoption: Executive Briefing for Senior Leaders and Managers - The Data Lab
For leaders and senior managers, build awareness and leadership capacity around adopting AI in your business or organisation.
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October 13, 2025 at 10:10 AM