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Chemistry is one of the scientific fields most 'AI-ready'. Compared to, for e.g., physics, chemistry has better standardisation of software+data
New tools, such as Coscientist, are using web search+chemistry tools to do both experimental design+execution nature.com/articles/s41586-0…
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📢 Calling all academics!
We would love to hear you views on interacting with the Government, including the types of engagement you have had and the factors impacting this.
Have your say by filling out this survey: dsit.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/…. Deadline: 5pm on 16.08.
Very pleased to share an update to our well-loved Futures Toolkit - a practical guide to thinking about the future gov.uk/government/publicatio…
Excellent thread (above and below this tweet). I’m going to write “One bit of genetics doesn’t predict well for another” on my hand the next time I have a meeting about genomics
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Reports on Frontier AI risk published today, including a technical paper from the Government Office for Science. Read here➡️gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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The @royalsociety Pairing Scheme is a great opportunity for civil servants and talented UK scientists to experience each other’s worlds and ensure that Government is empowered by the best scientific evidence. Apply now: royalsociety.org/grants-sche….
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Check out the Areas of Research Interest database – the new one-stop shop to help you find the topics that government departments are interested in researching. Learn about its benefits and access it here: ari.org.uk/
There must have been a way to get leaky toilets into this tweet
Toilets with built-in gadgets that monitor your health are poised to make a splash in the world of wellness tech, but security experts warn that the risk of sensitive data leaks makes them too dangerous to sell as consumer devices. newscientist.com/article/239…
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We've launched an important new resource to connect researchers and policymakers.
The Areas of Research Interest Database lets you see the research questions Government departments are interested in, plus UKRI-funded work by area, all in an easy-to-use interface. (1/3)
ALT An image of connecting hands from the Sistine Chapel frescos
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1/ 11 weeks ago I agreed to Chair the UK's efforts to accelerate state capacity in AI Safety - measuring and mitigating the risks of frontier models so we can safety capture their opportunities. Here is our first progress report: gov.uk/government/publicatio…
📢An elite team of high-profile AI specialists have been recruited as advisors for the Frontier AI Taskforce.
The Taskforce will protect against risks, build on UK capabilities & improve public services.
@MichelleDonelan met Ian Hogarth @soundboy, Taskforce Chair, to discuss
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The problem is not how do we make people trust AI, the problem is how do we make AI trustworthy.
The first ever global AI Safety Summit in Bletchley will bring together leaders from across the world to create safer AI that will bolster public confidence in this technology.
On 1-2 November 2023, governments, AI companies and experts from around the work will meet at @BletchleyPark for crucial talks on the safe and responsible development of AI.
AI has the potential to revolutionise the way we live, but we must also minimise its risks.
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1/5🧵 Our new blog previews artwork produced in our MANIFEST programme supported by @ahrcpress. Artists explored role of art in 3 policy areas: science & foresight; multiple disadvantage; community ownership.
openpolicy.blog.gov.uk/2023/…
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Our plan to boost digital connectivity for all 🌐
Unlocking growth & innovation across the country, from the most remote areas of the UK to the most populous cities, and putting the UK at the forefront of global scientific and technological advancement for decades to come 👇
We’ve had some brilliant colleagues come through GO Science on this scheme.
Open now: UKRI policy fellowships 2023.
Policy fellows will collaborate on research activity to address pressing national and global challenges. Learn more - orlo.uk/4qrTD
Apply by 20 April
Really proud of the team behind this, and grateful to the many experts, officials and members of the public who fed in. Of course society in 2050 will be different to 2023, but how and what that means for NZ? This helps explore that
The “Net zero society: scenarios and pathways” report is published today. Read it here ➡️ gov.uk/government/publicatio…
Our RTAs are always really fun to work on and learn about. Very happy we're able to share them more widely. And always on the hunt for ideas of what we ought to do next…
Rapid Technology Assessments published today. These are accessible introductions to different emerging technology areas for policy makers. Find out more here 👉 foresightprojects.blog.gov.u…
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Congratulations to Dame Angela McLean on her appointment as the new Government Chief Scientific Adviser. Angela brings with her a wealth of expertise and experience, has been an excellent departmental CSA, and will be the first woman to hold the post➡️ gov.uk/government/news/new-g…
