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News | 22 April 2026

APRIL at The Edinburgh Science Festival

During the 2026 Edinburgh Science Festival, APRIL was thrilled to host three unique outreach events at the National Museum of Scotland: Future Voices: The AI Ethics Podcast, (AI) Life Begins at 50, and One Day. One Play. One Prompt.

Insights | 26 June 2026

APRIL Summer Interns 2026

This year, we are delighted to host eleven amazing interns from across the UK and Turkey. They join us for an eight week programme where they each work on research projects related to AI engineering for electronics. 

Opportunities | 20 April 2026

UK AI Hubs National Public Engagement Challenge

The UKRI AI research community is invited to take part in an exciting new initiative, ‘AI Hubs National Public Engagement Challenge’. This competition offers PhD students and Postdoctoral Researchers within UKRI AI community a chance to present their work in a compelling three minute video designed for a public audience, and to showcase the depth and diversity of UK AI research on a national stage.

At the APRIL AI Hub, we are committed to engaging and empowering new generations of engineers and AI users through our inclusive community engagement and outreach programme. 

We believe that meaningful innovation extends beyond research laboratories and industry partnerships. Through our outreach initiatives, we engage with students, educators, researchers, industry professionals, and local communities to promote a broader understanding of artificial intelligence and advanced electronics.

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APRIL & the Tower of Techport The APRIL AI Hub worked alongside children’s author and illustrator, Ramya Julian, to develop a children’s book for primary school children which aims to introduce students to the concepts of artificial intelligence (AI), electronics and innovation. APRIL Conversations Podcast The APRIL team launched the podcast, APRIL Conversations in August 2025. From lively chats with our brilliant summer interns and dedicated APRIL researchers to engaging discussions with colleagues from the University of Edinburgh and our inspiring PhD students, every conversation offers a unique perspective on the evolving landscape of AI research and innovation. Bond OR Break - The Card Game Bond OR Break is a fun and fast-paced card game for those interested in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology. APRIL x ACE IT Scotland Collaboration APRIL partnered with local Edinburgh charity, ACE IT, to deliver an intergenerational learning experience on Artificial Intelligence (AI) through a series of workshops. Edinburgh Science Festival Events 2026 Accessible educational resources, delivering hands-on workshops, supporting mentoring opportunities, and fostering public dialogue around emerging technologies, we aim to inspire the next generation of innovators.

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