Royal Academy of Engineering

From the pitstop to the podium, our #MScMotorsportScholarship recipients are on their way to securing successful careers in the motorsport sector. 🏁 Listen to Tori and Chris from our second cohort share some memories and hopes for their futures during their visit to the Formula 1 exhibition at Excel London late last year. Find out more about the scholarship programme: https://lnkd.in/eGygmzur Mission 44

Have you signed up for the Academy's flagship Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) event yet? The theme for this year will focus on people, intersectionality, and its impact on engineering. Join us as we delve into intersectionality in the context of the four Ps from our EDI Engine report - People, Partnerships, Products and Processes. These themes will enable us to examine the current best practices in fostering inclusivity and how the engineering industry can enhance its approach to intersectionality. Register to join our online conference now. A limited number of places are also available for in-person attendance. To find out more, visit: https://lnkd.in/eTjmehf2 #EngDiversity #Intersectionality #Equality #Diversity #Inclusion [Academy logo Text: Engineering Intersecting with Life Annual Diversity and Inclusion Conference 6 March, 10am to 5pm Image description: Graphic imagery depicts a circuit board linking all design elements (including three pictures of engineering innovations in action).]

Could in-space manufacturing be the future for space missions? 🚀 Imagine a future where spacecraft repair themselves, satellites grow their own antennas, and new missions launch without adding to the growing clutter of orbital debris. Dr Gilles Bailet, Lecturer in Space Technologies at the University of Glasgow, delves into the potential of in-space manufacturing. He also shares his experiences conducting high-stakes experiments during parabolic flight alongside Academy Fellow, Professor Colin McInnes FREng. Read more about this exciting innovation in #IngeniaMag: https://lnkd.in/eZnD8h4U

AI and sustainability has been a key discussion at the recent #AIActionSummit and at the #AIFringe. Our recent report with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT discusses the challenges of balancing AI appetite with sustainability goals and outlines a series of foundational steps and key actions to minimise risks to the environment, people, and the economy. Some of these steps include: ✅ Implementing reporting requirements for the energy, carbon and water consumed during the development and use of AI services. ✅ Address information gaps along the AI value chain to ensure that all stakeholders have a clear understanding of the environmental impacts of AI systems and services. ✅ Establishing AI sustainability research as a key part of the UK Research and Innovation AI strategy. Watch our video to find out more, or better yet explore the report in more detail online: https://lnkd.in/eFUCHXbe

On 5 to 7 February, the Academy's Frontiers team hosted its "Catalysing global healthcare: innovations and strategies for scalable impact" event in Nairobi, Kenya. In partnership with Strathmore University and Jaza Rift, the event brought together leading experts in healthcare, technology, policy, and investment, to develop actionable strategies for global healthcare scaling. Take a look at our Frontiers cam below for a snapshot of the delegation's time in Kenya. The event was a unique opportunity for delegates to connect and network with fellow experts from across the globe on the following themes: - Scaling innovations and strategies for a diverse healthcare landscape - Innovative funding models for healthcare scale-up - Collaborative ecosystems: partnerships for catalysing healthcare Frontiers is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing project groups the opportunity to apply for seed funding to carry out novel research connected to the event theme. To learn more about the Frontiers symposia, visit: https://lnkd.in/eyKQXa8B [GIF depicting a selection of photos being captured. The photos are of delegates who attended the Frontiers event in Nairobi, Kenya, in various locations.]

Are you an academic entrepreneur looking to turn your research into a thriving business? The #EnterpriseFellowships programme could be your launchpad to success. This programme has supported spinouts since 2011, helping innovators navigate the challenging journey from lab to market. If you have a groundbreaking idea and the ambition to commercialise it, this is your chance ⏳ Applications for the next round close on 24 February 2025. 👉 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/e858KrDq #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Startups #Engineering

Last month, the Academy was invited to the Académie des technologies (The National Academy of Technologies of France) in Paris as part of a bilateral exchange between the UK and France. This is a great cross-national opportunity to aid the acceleration of the decarbonisation of the electricity grid in both countries. The exchange fostered discussions on each country's strengths and challenges, with considerations on how these can complement each other.   To learn more about the Academy's International Partnerships work, visit: https://lnkd.in/eTQvCr_P To learn more about The National Academy of Technologies of France, visit: https://lnkd.in/ejRJHt9f #InternationalPartnerships #Decarbonisation #ElectricityGrid British Embassy Paris #KnowledgeTransfer #Collaboration Group photo of the French and UK delegation on slide 5 - ©Stephanie.Thine-Academie-des-technologies [GIF TEXT: Slide 1: What international partnerships have happened recently? Slide 2: In January 2024, we held a two-day scoping workshop in London with the National Academy of Technologies of France to develop a plan for a partnership between the two academies in 2025. Slide 3: It was decided that focusing on the development of the electrical network, stability and flexibility would be beneficial to both nations. Slide 4: In January 2025, we held a bilateral exchange in Paris with delegates from the Royal Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Technologies of France Slide 5: To facilitate cross-national discussions and to accelerate decarbonisation of the electric grid in alignment with Clean Power 2030 targets. Slide 6: Mapping out an ideal partnership for the UK and France.]

It's National Apprenticeship Week, and this year's theme is ‘Skills for Life’ 📚    Apprenticeships are a great mix of learning and hands-on industry experience. They are a crucial part of the government’s initiative to reform technical education, ensuring individuals gain the technical knowledge and skills that industry needs.    Watch the video below to hear employers' insights on onboarding T Level students and the numerous benefits it brings.    Explore more of our case studies on our website:  https://lnkd.in/erqWWw4F  #NAW2025

Did you know that 90% of companies fail within 5 years, but 90% of university spinouts survive? 🎯 That’s because spinouts take cutting-edge research and turn it into real-world impact. The #EnterpriseFellowships Programme equips academic entrepreneurs with: - Funding 💰 - Business mentorship 📊 - Networking opportunities 🤝 If you have an innovative idea and the drive to bring it to market, now is your chance. Applications close on 24 February https://lnkd.in/e858KrDq #Entrepreneurship #Spinouts #AcademicInnovation #Engineering #StartupLife

NEW: The UK government is urged to promote, prioritise, and invest in sustainable AI to become a global leader in AI frugality and efficiency. The UK is hungry for AI but how will this impact our sustainability goals? A new report from the National Engineering Policy Centre (NEPC), Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT addresses the increasing risk that artificial intelligence could pose to the environment and recommends a new approach for how governments can approach the issue. Our new report suggests that mandatory reporting on resource consumption, carbon emissions, and e-waste recycling could help us better understand the scale of environmental impacts. It is also important to embed education, best practices, and communication to ensure that all users and developers are properly informed about potential risks. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ei-6DAE3