Two new pathology labs are set to open, expanding training and research in digital and biomedical science.
The University of Chichester will develop the new labs at its Tech Park in Bognor Regis, funded by a £309,500 grant from the Office for Students.
The labs will support the university’s recently launched degrees in biomedical science and digital pathology.
Professor Mike Lauder, executive dean of the Faculty of Health, Science and Engineering, said: "These new laboratories represent a major step forward in how we prepare our students for the future of biomedical science.
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"By integrating digital pathology and AI-driven analysis into our teaching and research, we’re equipping graduates with the practical and technological skills that are urgently needed across healthcare and life sciences.
"This investment will help us bridge the gap between innovation and clinical application, ensuring our students are ready to meet real-world challenges."
The upgraded facilities will include cell culture and tissue imaging labs with fluorescence microscopy and bioprinting technology.
They will support advanced research and training in digital pathology, an emerging field that uses AI to modernise disease diagnosis.
The labs will also give students hands-on experience with tools and techniques used in clinical and research settings.
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