Lisa Keating

A strong signal from Govt today on research: €4.55bn committed under the revised NDP. Congrats to ⁦⁦⁦@lawlessj⁩ & ⁦@DeptofFHed⁩ for securing this transformative investment: research infrastructure on which to grow our knowledge economy gov.ie/en/department-…

In the latest piece from our 'IUA Insights' series, Dr Lisa Keating explores why Ireland must act now and invest strategically in the research infrastructure that underpins Ireland's innovation and competitiveness. 👇 Click below to read the full article iua.ie/publications/i…

Interesting counterpoint to last week’s @IrishTimes OpEd on PhD researchers, from @JohnDoyleDCU of @DCU . Certainly room to improve but not as bleak a landscape as was painted. irishtimes.com/opinion/letter…

As highlighted in @timeshighered, IUA Director of Finance and Operations Michael Casey outlines the need for immediate government intervention to resolve pay awards deficits (€70.4 million shortfall) within the 2026 budget. 🔗 Read the full article here: timeshighereducation.com/news/tackling-…

Finished my visit to Japan with the World EXPO 2025 in Osaka joining the Ireland Pavilion for the Ireland Japan Young Scientists Exchange. Inspired by the ingenuity of BT Young Scientist winners, like the Keogh sisters from Tallaght. Really impressive research on display. 🇮🇪🇯🇵

📢 We are now recruiting for: Head of Lifelong Learning and Skills (Interim). 🔗 Read the full job description: iua.ie/about/vacancie… 📩 To apply, send a concise CV and cover letter to [email protected] by 23:59 on August 10th, 2025.

Government to invest €4.5bn in Higher Education and Research - building our future as @lawlessj announces renewed PRTLI and rapid delivery of badly needed Student Beds #NDP gov.ie/en/department-…

I am pleased to announce a €4.55 billion capital allocation for my department under the revised NDP. Our economic strength, driven by education, skills, and research, gives us the ability to invest in areas of national importance. 📈

Take a look at what @lawlessj has been doing this week to advance #research, #AI and #innovation. If you’re interested in Ireland’s bid to attract international research talent, check out researchireland.ie/funding/global… @Researchirel @EUCouncil @eu2025dk

IUA welcomes the announcement by Minister @lawlessj and @DeptofFHed, on the launch of Global Talent Ireland. The research carried out at IUA universities is world leading and they are ready to welcome outstanding international research leaders to further strengthen their teams.

Minister @lawlessj attended the Informal Meeting of EU R&I Ministers in Copenhagen. Important discussions on the role of R&I in supporting Europe’s competitiveness and prosperity, including the development of critical technologies and the proposals for the next EU budget.

University Research is building a greener energy system. But to keep making an impact we need sustained investment. IUA has proposed a ‘Research Infrastructure & Talent Development Fund’ which is key to ensuring Ireland becomes an Innovation Leader. View: iua.ie/betterireland/…

Ireland aims to generate 80% of electricity from renewables by 2030. To reach our goals we must invest in research - iua.ie/betterireland/… @UCC, Dr Jimmy Murphy and his team are pioneering test beds to create cost-efficient, durable infrastructure to withstand the Irish seas🔋

Ireland has world-class researchers, but without sustained investment, we risk falling behind. The ‘Research Infrastructure & Talent Development Fund’ will fuel research and secure Ireland’s place on the global stage. Read the proposal now: iua.ie/betterireland/ @UCD_Research

Innovations like this show that Ireland is home to world-class researchers. But without sustained investment, we risk falling behind. The proposed ‘Research Infrastructure & Talent Development Fund’ will fuel innovation. Read now: iua.ie/betterireland/… #InvestInHigherEd

I was delighted to attend the first @Researchirel Forum today in the Aviva. This event brought together over 800 people from across business, higher education, government, and many other sectors. @DeptofFHed @fiannafailparty

Minister @lawlessj attended the Conference on the Future of European Universities Alliances. Each Alliance is distinct–and this is their strength. And while distinct, all Alliances have the same aim- to deepen strategic cooperation between European higher education institutions.

Minister for @DeptofFHed, James Lawless @lawlessj , has today welcomed the appointment of Dr Diarmuid O'Brien as the new CEO of Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland. Dr O’Brien will take up the role in September 2025. Read here: researchireland.ie/news/new-ceo/

Read my column in the Sunday Business Post today where I explain how I intend to bring plans before Government to attract top international academic talent and researchers who may be finding the US a cold place in light of recent developments there to our welcoming shores instead

Delighted to sign the accession agreement for Ireland to join @CERN completing my first 100 days as Minister, and having visited in 2018 as @fiannafailparty opposition spokesperson on Science. This is truly a red letter day for Irish science and research. Exciting times ahead!