Four new research centres launched with €104 million from Science Foundation Ireland

Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) is to invest €104 million (£88 million) in scientific research to support over 600 positions at four research centres. The new centres focus on neurological diseases, the bioeconomy, dairy and advanced manufacturing.

The SFI’s announcement noted that the funds will support 17 host and partner institutions that, so far, have collaborated with 130 industry partners. The funding is over six years, with centres reapplying for funding after that. An additional €21 million is promised by industry partners.

Meanwhile, researchers in Ireland are awaiting the outcome of a merger between SFI and the Irish Research Council to create a new funding entity, Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland.