71 new PhD students join The Alan Turing Institute Enrichment scheme. The group of doctoral researchers, are drawn from 27 academic institutions across the United Kingdom, and one from the Norwegian Artificial Intelligence Research Consortium (NORA).
The Enrichment scheme offers students a unique opportunity to enhance their doctoral studies. By embedding themselves within the Institute's priority science and innovation programmes, participants can forge connections and engage with a wide array of researchers, potentially opening new avenues for their work.
Dr. Vera Matser, Head of Skills at The Alan Turing Institute, expressed her enthusiasm for the new arrivals. "I'd like to offer a warm welcome to all new students joining us on this year's Enrichment scheme," she said. "We hope you forge new connections through the scheme, that will help you to develop new skills and enhance your careers. We look forward to working with you."
The scheme's appeal lies not only in its networking opportunities but also in its tangible support for research and training activities. This year, the Institute has introduced an Enrichment Community Award, allowing 20 of the PhD students to engage with the scheme and the Turing research community remotely, further expanding the reach and inclusivity of the programme.
The scheme's ability to foster cross-disciplinary collaboration is particularly appealing to Mariel Alem-Fonseca from the University of Cambridge. With a focus on food sustainability, she views her time at the Turing as an opportunity to push the boundaries of her field. "The Turing community provides a valuable opportunity for researchers to exchange innovative ideas," she said. "By immersing myself in this dynamic setting, I hope to inspire new areas of inquiry in the field of food sustainability, and learn from fellow researchers on how to leverage technologies to drive meaningful change."