AI system’s code optimisation ‘evolution’
A new research paper details an AI system that could change how complex code is developed and optimised. AlphaEvolve, released in May 2025 by Google DeepMind, attempts to combine large language models with automated evaluation at scale to tackle problems in science and engineering.
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Talking therapy: AI competition winning AI bot redefines mental health support
Meet Prarthana Sapkota; the winner of last month’s LabNext70 AI Competition. Prarthana is studying Master of Data Science at UNE. Part of her prize is an internship at LabNext70. Currently, Prarthana is working remotely with the LabNext70 team in a research and development role.
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Project Belong
Belong Project is a critical initiative aimed at improving student engagement, retention, and success.
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Tardis - Placement preparation assistant
Designed to help students prepare for practical placements, Tardis offers tailored guidance, answers key questions, and provides resources for navigating the placement process.
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Driving innovation at UNE
LabNext70 is a dedicated team at the University of New England. We’re driving innovation by developing AI-driven solutions that enhance the learning experience for our students, assist academics, and empower our staff.
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AI-Powered Policy Bot
Using a large language model (LLM) combined with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), the bot can quickly search and reference UNE’s extensive policy library to provide accurate, up-to-date information in real time.
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Lexi LawScribe - Legal writing tutor
Built on the Cogniti AI platform, Lexi offers constructive feedback on key aspects of legal writing, including spelling, grammar, structure, punctuation, and citations following AGLC4 standards.
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Our commitment to data privacy and security
We’re dedicated to upholding the highest standards of data privacy and security within the UNE community.
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AI competition
Are you a student working with generative AI or coding?
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Developing AI readiness
This virtual assistant is designed to help prospective students assess if they’re ready to begin their studies with us. It answers questions about the skills, knowledge, and preparation needed to succeed at university.
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