The Generative AI Laboratory (GAIL) at the University of Edinburgh is a centre for excellence dedicated to researching all aspects of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in society. Uniting the diverse research expertise across the University with generative AI at its core, GAIL taps into a thriving AI landscape with recognised strengths in natural language processing, machine learning, and data-driven innovation. This interdisciplinary initiative focuses on advancing generative AI techniques in the key areas of future health and care, climate and sustainability, and economic growth, and is committed to innovating in generative AI through partnerships with global stakeholders, driving new collaborations and dynamic projects across government, industry, and the public sector. Latest news GAIL Fellows and seed funding open for applicationsGAIL leadership team takes shapeSchool AI survey to inform lessons of the futureUniversity set to lead new era of generative AI GAIL Seminar Series The first of the GAIL Seminar Series will be delivered by Professor Gerard Pons-Moll from University of Tübingen where he will explore the need for sensorimotor capabilities in intelligent systems and virtual avatars in the 3D world. Case study: Generative AI in schools Advances in generative AI are transforming educational practices, presenting opportunities for innovative teaching and learning approaches to AI literacy among children. Meet the GAIL leadership team The GAIL leadership team is made up of three co-directors who bring a broad area of expertise and insight from across the University. This article was published on 2024-10-10