Government funds research into VR and AI to tackle drug deaths
The government has awarded ÂŁ12m to UK projects that are researching wearable tech, VR and AI to reduce drug deaths and improve outcomes.
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The government has awarded ÂŁ12m to UK projects that are researching wearable tech, VR and AI to reduce drug deaths and improve outcomes.
This roundup includes Isle of Wight NHS Trust launching a digital consent platform from former Rewired Pitchfest finalist Concentric Health.
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