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KMi engages with Chengdu Open University for AI Collaboration

CDOU delegates

This past Tuesday, The Open University welcomed a delegation from Chengdu Open University (CDOU), engaging in productive discussions centred on academic exchange and AI innovations.  Our director, Harith Alani, presented KMi’s history and expertise in research and innovation that are focused on bringing cutting-edge technology to higher education. KMi and CDOU discussed their strong interest…

KMi’s Dr. Kwarteng talks on reclaiming digital narratives and combating misogynoir in online spaces

Joseph-Kwarteg

At the Black and Minority Ethnic Staff Network Conference for Black History Month, Dr. Joseph Kwarteng delivered a powerful presentation titled “Reclaiming Digital Narratives: Addressing Misogynoir in Online Spaces.” His research focuses on misogynoir—a form of intersectional hate that specifically targets Black women—exploring the impact of race and gender-based prejudice on digital platforms.  Dr. Kwarteng’s…

Exploring Innovations in Education: A Seminar on AI and Learning

Exploring Innovations in Education

On 23 October 2024, the OU Library Atrium hosted a compelling seminar featuring short presentations from leading researchers in the field of AI and education. The event, running from 13:00 to 14:00, showcased insights from several experts, including Dr Aisling Third and Prof Miriam Fernandez from KMi. Dr. Third presented on the transformative potential of…

KMi’s Prof Enrico Motta and Prof John Domingue attend the launch of the Milton Keynes AI Festival at historic Bletchley Park

Milton Keynes Artificial Intelligence Festival

KMi’s Prof. Enrico Motta and Prof. John Domingue participated in the launch event for the Milton Keynes Artificial Intelligence Festival, which took place on 28 October 2024 at Bletchley Park. The theme of the festival, “Celebrating the Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Ecosystem in Milton Keynes”, emphasises the historical role of MIlton Keynes as a city…

KMi’s OUAnalyse team honoured with the 2024 STEM Recognising Excellence Award for Groundbreaking Educational Innovations

OU Analyse - STEM recognising excellence award 2024

We are thrilled to announce that a team of researchers, technology developers, pedagogical experts and tutors from KMi and The Open University have been awarded the prestigious 2024 STEM Recognising Excellence Award for their groundbreaking contributions to education. Their work, particularly the development and successful implementation of the Early Alert Indicators Dashboard (OUAnalyse), has transformed…

Transforming Ideas into Impact: KMi tops £50M!

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KMi was founded in 1995, making this its 30th year. This year is particularly significant, not only because of the upcoming milestone anniversary but also because the external funding secured by KMi researchers since its inception has surpassed £50 million! This achievement, especially impressive in today’s highly competitive funding environment, reflects our commitment to advancing…

KMi’s Prof.Advaith Siddharthan received £922,000 grant to revolutionize science education with haptic touch experiences

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Prof. Advaith Siddharthan’s project, ‘Feeling the Untouchable: Haptic touch experiences for naturalistic learning,’ has secured a £922,000 grant to enhance sensory learning through touch. Collaborating with Imperial College London and the University of Edinburgh, the project aims to revolutionize science education by integrating tactile experiences, making abstract concepts like electromagnetic forces more tangible for students….

Celebrating Research, Innovation, and Societal Impact at The Open University

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The Open University recently hosted its prestigious Research Excellence Awards ceremony at Unity Place in Central Milton Keynes, with over 250 attendees gathered to celebrate the remarkable research being conducted across the university. This year’s event, themed Shaping the Future, not only highlighted the excellence of OU’s research but also showcased the societal impact of…

KMi presents and sponsors the ACM Hypertext & Social Media 2024 Conference

A photo of a stained glass window from the conference venue

This year’s ACM Hypertext and Social Media conference highlighted the exceptional contributions of KMi members, with many taking on key roles; Enrico Motta delivered a keynote speech at the opening ceremony on the 10th of September, setting a high tone for the event. Several KMi colleagues played vital roles in organising this successful conference. As…

KMi shines at SEMANTiCS 2024 conference

Dr. Angelo Salatino and Dr. Francesco Osborne at SEMANTiCS 2024

KMi is delighted to showcase its influential participation at SEMANTiCS 2024. Dr. Angelo Salatino and Dr. Francesco Osborne were actively involved in organizing the conference, a process that spanned the past eight months. This year, SEMANTiCS celebrated its twentieth anniversary, taking place from 17th to 19th September in Amsterdam, at the stunning Meervaart theatre. The…