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<b>Foundation Models for Context-Aware Perception & User Trust</b></div>
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<b>in Autonomous Vehicles on UK Roads</b></div>
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Apply to explore how advanced AI can interpret real-world UK road conditions and enhance human trust in Autonomous Vehicles and safety-critical systems.<br>
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