Institute for Analytics and Data Science

New blog: Tackling Hallucinations in Generative AI

Generative AI offers exciting possibilities — but it also comes with challenges, like hallucinations, where AI produces information that sounds convincing but isn’t accurate.

Our recent blog highlights a project focused on reducing hallucinations in Generative AI for conversational AI (cAI) applications, helping to build more trustworthy and reliable systems. You can read how Nikil Patel's work featured as part of this important project.

The project was a collaboration between Algomo, YuLife, NatWest and the University of Edinburgh and University of Essex — a strong example of bridging academia and industry to drive innovation.

Read the full blog:

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IADS becomes a Friend of the ECRC Initiative 💻🔐

We're excited to share that the Institute for Analytics and Data Science (IADS) at University of Essex has joined
The Eastern Cyber Resilience Centre (ECRC) as a friend of the Centre.

The ECRC is part of the national roll out of Cyber Resilience Centres in the UK which began in 2019.

This partnership strengthens our commitment to advancing cybersecurity research and supporting local businesses in the East of England. By leveraging our expertise in data science and analytics, we aim to drive innovation and build more resilient cybersecurity frameworks for the region.

Read more about this collaboration here: https://www.essex.ac.uk/blog/posts/2025/04/08/iads-becomes-a-friend-of-eastern-cyber-resilience-centre-initiative

Discover how the ECRC can support your organisation with cyber resilience, explore their free membership and resources today:
https://www.ecrcentre.co.uk/

The Eastern Cyber Resilience Centre Police-led organisation providing free Cyber Security guidance for SMEs, charities & schools.

We have 4 new research posts here at ISER. Work with Professor Birgitta Rabe on children's health and human capital, with Professor Meena Kumari on biological ageing, with Professor Paul Clarke on machine learning methods in social science research and Professor Matteo Richiardi on computational modelling and socio-economic policies. It's a lovely place to work and a great community of researchers and professional service colleagues. Please share with anyone you think might be interested in these great opportunities! https://www.iser.essex.ac.uk/jobs

🔹 More News from IADS Alumni! 🔹

Exciting update from Dr. Ana Matran-Fernandez, who is leading ground-breaking research into non-invasive treatments for perimenopausal symptoms using Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs).

Dr Ana Matran-Fernandez is leading ground-breaking research into non-invasive treatments for perimenopausal symptoms using Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs). With 70% of women experiencing symptoms, this study could offer a safer, side-effect-free alternative to traditional treatments 💪

Beginning in January 2025 and funded by the Royal Society International Exchange programme, the pilot study will see Ana collaborate with the University of Valladolid to investigate the potential of retraining the brain to mitigate these symptoms 🔬

🗣 " Our project holds significance in exploring a novel, non-pharmacological approach to addressing perimenopausal symptoms, potentially providing women with more choices for symptom management”

Beyond symptom relief, this research aims to enhance our understanding of neuroplasticity and brain regulation during perimenopause, paving the way for future breakthroughs in women’s health and neurotechnology 🧠