A tool for understanding the role of SHAPE subjects in generating technological innovation to address major challenges
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The University of Edinburgh

SHAPE subjects are as important as STEM in developing the technological innovations needed to address major challenges: from achieving Net Zero, to harnessing the benefits of AI, and designing future health and care systems. This useful tool from Aspect member the University of Edinburgh looks at the dimensions across which SHAPE subjects have a significant role to play in developing new technology.
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