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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…

World-class research underpins Ireland’s global competitiveness. But with research funding at just one third of the EU average, we’re calling for a Research Infrastructure & Talent Development Fund to secure Ireland’s future. Learn more: iua.ie/betterireland/ #BetterIreland



World-class research underpins Ireland’s global competitiveness. But with research funding at just one third of the EU average, we’re calling for a Research Infrastructure & Talent Development Fund to secure Ireland’s future. 👉iua.ie/betterireland/ #BetterIreland
“Ireland’s ability to compete in research, development and innovation (RD&I) is not just a strength, but is essential to sustaining our position as a leading destination for high-value foreign direct investment.” Liz Cunningham, President @AmericanChamber irishtimes.com/special-report…
Ireland plans to generate 80% of electricity from renewables by 2030. To get there, we’ll need up to 500 offshore wind turbines. @UCC Engineer, Dr. Jimmy Murphy, is leading the way in helping us move closer to achieving that goal. 👉iua.ie/betterireland/…

The latest IUA Bulletin – July 2025 is here📢 In this edition, we review the IUA’s Pre-Budget 2026 Submission – Universities Supporting National Priorities. Click below to read more👇 iua.ie/bulletin/july-…

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

Today on @RTERadio1 Lewis Purser, Director of Learning & Teaching and Academic Affairs, speaks on the changes to CAO entry to undergraduate medicine programmes in 2027. ⏰ Listen back at 26:05 rte.ie/radio/radio1/n…
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.
📢A recruitment drive has been started by @lawlessj to attract outstanding international research leaders to Ireland. 💻 Interested applicants are encouraged to begin their application without delay. Apply now: researchireland.ie/funding/global… @Researchirel
The IUA has today launched its 2026 Pre-Budget submission which outlines its key priorities for Government to support Ireland’s future by strengthening talent development and research infrastructure. Learn more👉 iua.ie/press-releases… #Budget2026

Led by Dr. Pau Farràs, Researchers at @uniofgalway have created public transport vehicles fuelled by hydrogen generated from seawater and sunlight. This effort has made Ireland a centre of excellence in hydrogen technologies. #BetterIreland Learn more: iua.ie/betterireland/…
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/…

🔋 Prof. Kevin Ryan @UL, is pioneering safer, cheaper, scalable battery tech. 🇮🇪 Ireland’s researchers are world-class, but without long-term investment, we risk falling behind. Read the IUA’s proposal: iua.ie/betterireland/… #BetterIreland #energy #climate
Yesterday on @RTERadio1’s Drive Time, Prof Luke O’Neill @laoneill111, highlighted the urgent need for a 'Research Infrastructure and Talent Development Fund'. 🔗rte.ie/radio/radio1/d… ⏱️Listen from: 1:21:23 @tcddublin @ucddublin @DCU @MaynoothUni @UCC @uniofgalway
⏰Tune into Drive Time on @RTERadio1 at 17:50, Prof Luke O’Neill @laoneill111, will share his insights on the current state of research funding in Ireland and the need for a 'Research Infrastructure and Talent Development Fund'. Learn more - iua.ie/betterireland/

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... 👉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’s ability to compete in research, development and innovation (RD&I) is not just a strength, but is essential to sustaining our position as a leading destination for high-value foreign direct investment.” Liz Cunningham, President @AmericanChamber irishtimes.com/special-report…
Wind and solar can power Ireland – but only if we can store that energy reliably.🔋 At University of Limerick, Prof. Kevin Ryan is leading breakthrough battery research to make storage safer, cheaper, and scalable. 🔗iua.ie/betterireland/… #BetterIreland #Sustainability