University of Lancashire
The Future Digital Technology Institute (FDTI) is a Research and Knowledge Exchange Institute at the University of Lancashire dedicated to exploring how digital technologies can improve society, support innovation and enhance human wellbeing.
The Institute brings together researchers, technologists, designers, educators and industry partners to investigate emerging digital technologies and develop practical solutions to real-world challenges.
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Research into intelligent systems, machine learning and human-centred AI applications.
Developing new approaches to digital transformation, creativity and technological adoption.
Virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality applications for education, health and industry.
Exploring technologies that support healthier lifestyles, wellbeing and healthcare delivery.
Investigating how digital technologies can improve personal, community and organisational safety.
Using digital innovation to increase access to culture, creativity and the arts.
The Institute promotes multidisciplinary collaboration through physical and virtual innovation spaces. A key feature of FDTI is the Imaginarium Lab, which serves as a focal point for experimentation, creativity and the development of new digital solutions.
FDTI places significant emphasis on communicating digital technology to diverse audiences. Activities include public exhibitions, outreach programmes, webinars, seminars and educational initiatives designed to inspire future generations of digital innovators.
The Institute adopts a human-centred approach to digital innovation, ensuring that technological developments address societal needs and contribute to sustainable development goals.
Research and knowledge exchange activities aim to improve quality of life through enhanced safety, healthier lifestyles, increased access to culture and more effective use of digital technologies across sectors.