Mobile robots could help the elderly live fuller lives

Mobile service robots developed by computer scientists at the University of Lincoln could soon be helping elderly people stay independent and active for longer. A new international project will test the ability of robots to support our ageing populations by assisting residents of care homes in three European countries. ENRICHME (ENabling Robot and assisted living…

Industry experts impressed with student showcase

Companies have invited Computer Science students to share their project work with staff following a a two-day showcase. Postgraduate by Research students and final year undergraduates presented their work to fellow students, academic staff and visitors at the showcase on 6-7 May. The industrial panel commented the overall standard  was very impressive and that the awarding of…

Jason Bradbury to be Visiting Lecturer at the University of Lincoln

TV’s Gadget Show host and author Jason Bradbury is to become a Visiting Lecturer at the University of Lincoln, UK, teaching students on the Computer Science and Product Design programmes. The self-confessed technology addict will lend his experience and industry insight to one of the project modules on both courses which require final year students…

Eye Resonator Project to be shown at the International Kinetica Art Fair

An interactive piece of art created by Dr John Shearer from the School of Computer Science and Dr Brigitta Zics Deputy Head of Postgraduate Studies in Ravensbourne, will be displayed at the International Kinetica Art Fair, a platform for new media art works and kinetic installations. Eye Resonator is an interactive art ecosystem that reacts…

Goodbye and a million thanks to Jackie Withey

At the end of September, Jackie Withey takes a well earned retirement. Students and Staff in the School of Computer Science will all miss you so much Jackie. Thanks a million for everything you have done. Please keep in touch with us! At the graduation ceremony we held a little thank you ceremony.        …