Complex Systems
Technology, innovation and globalisation have transformed the world in we live in. The systems we have created to supply the food we eat, the clothes we wear and the homes we live in are truly marvellous and complex; however, these systems are sometimes fragile, and can be a source of pollution.
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The role of our Complex Systems team is to explore further solutions to mitigate their effects, supporting the development of a circular economy.
The team focuses on mission-oriented innovation and embraces a systems thinking approach, focusing on:
– Space applications and geospatial data to support UK’s Net Zero ambitions
– Advanced Robotics to increase food quality and security
– Intelligent Systems to support the global effort to clean and recycle plastics
– Ethical AI to increase business productivity, advanced Security systems to keep families safe at work, rest or play
– Industrial Maths to help reduce food waste and food poverty.
Click here to see open funding opportunities including the above sectors.

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