The academic-industry collaboration between Torben Sell and Aquallite Data Ltd. has been shortlisted in the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards 2026. Dr Torben Sell, lecturer in machine learning, is a finalist in the Scottish Knowledge Exchange Awards, organised by Interface. Now in its 11th year, the awards recognise and reward innovative collaborations that deliver economic, environmental and social benefits for Scotland.Torben's project with Aquallite Data Ltd., which is funded by an Inward Investment grant, has been recognised for its potential to revolutionise subsea data for offshore wind.Also from the University are finalists EPIC Think Learn, a social enterprise spinout which is featured in four award categories, and SeaWarm from the School of GeoSciences.Dr Andrea Taylor, CEO of Edinburgh Innovations, says, "It's fantastic to see our spinouts and industry collaborations recognised in the SKEA nominations. EPIC, SeaWarm and the Aquallite partnership represent impact across our three key mission areas: shaping the future of health and care, tackling the climate and environmental crisis and harnessing data, digital and AI for public good".We wish them all the best for the awards ceremony, which is taking place at the Macrobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling, on March 19. Tags Energy Staff success Sustainability Publication date 02 Mar, 2026
