Networking Across Disciplines: From Computer Science to the Creative Arts | The Enterprise Sessions with Kirsten Cater

How can the UK address its technology skills gap? Professor Michele Barbour speaks with Kirsten Cater, Professor of Computer Science at the University of Bristol. Kirsten leads the skills and training aspect of the MyWorld project, addressing the significant skills gap in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. ⭐Highlights§  Delve into the relationship between higher education and industry as Kirsten shares her knowledge of the challenges faced by early-career researchers.§  Explore practical tips to help make connections at networking events and strategies for researchers to go beyond their immediate projects. §  Kirsten reflects on the thread that ties her diverse career together - her core as a computer scientist, coupled with a passion for understanding people.§  Find out why interdisciplinary approaches are needed to address future challenges as Kirsten shares her experiences at the Centre for Sociodigital Futures. 🌐 About the Enterprise SessionsThe Enterprise Sessions bring together a diverse mix of company founders and researchers who talk openly about their personal experiences of forming spin-outs and start-ups, raising capital, academic-industry partnerships and the joys of translating research discoveries into real-world impact. The series aims to inform, inspire and challenge myths and stereotypes about research commercialisation and how businesses and universities can work together to tackle society's biggest challenges.  👍 Like, Share, Subscribe, ExploreIf you found this episode inspiring or informative, please don’t forget to like and share. Visit our website or subscribe to the University of Bristol’s YouTube channel for more Enterprise Sessions. https://www.bristol.ac.uk/enterprise-sessions   Connect with MyWorld website: https://www.myworld-creates.com/ MyWorld on X: https://twitter.com/MyWorldCreatesMyWorld on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/myworldcreates/MyWorld  on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyWorldCreates Dr Kirsten Cater at Pervasive Media Studio: https://www.watershed.co.uk/studio/residents/kirsten-cater