Institute for Applicable Computing and Engineering (IACE)
The Institute for Research in Applicable Computing and Engineering (iACE) is a hub for research excellence in broad applied computing and engineering. iACE fosters cutting-edge international cross-disciplinary research in the corresponding fields at University of Bedfordshire.
Our Vision
iACE envisions a world where technological advancement drives societal progress, environmental stewardship, and global collaboration. As we stand in the middle of a rapidly evolving digital and industrial landscape with emerging topics, such as artificial intelligence, sustainable engineering, cyber security, and connected environments, our mandate is to lead responsibly, innovatively, and inclusively. Our institute seeks to transform emerging ideas into real-world advancements that uplift communities and strengthen economies through artificial intelligence, digitalisation, automation, smart system design, and cybersecurity.
Research Themes
The institute focuses on the following 9 main research themes:
- 5G/6G networks and IoT
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- Cybersecurity, privacy, and digital forensics
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- Digital health and aging care technologies
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- Environmental monitoring and sustainable systems
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- Generative artificial intelligence and machine learning
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- Human-computer interface / Brain-computer interface
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- Nanotechnology and laser technologies
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- Renewable energy engineering
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- Robotics
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