SFI is the largest funder of competitive research in Ireland.
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Empowering and inspiring deep public engagement.
We partner with lots of organisations to support and deliver STEM events in Ireland, from large scale scientific conferences to exciting public events such as Science Week.
We believe in the ability of the research we fund to effect positive change in the world.
SFI Research Centres are making important scientific advances, enhancing enterprise and industry, training students with critical, in-demand skills, supporting regional development, and enhancing Ireland’s international reputation.
SFI Engage
Ministers Humphreys and Halligan announce 12 teams competing for €1 million SFI Future Innovator Prize
New Material Developed By Irish Scientists Could Increase Our Average Smartphone Battery Life By Over 300%
Science Foundation Ireland joins DORA
€3.6 Million Invested in Projects to Promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) in Ireland
€4.5 million investment in research commercialisation to positively impact the economy and society
Minister Halligan launches new SFI Frontiers for the Future Programme
ADAPT Centre Launch H2020 Programme that will Support the Realisation of a European Digital Single Market
UK-Ireland joint initiative to invest €38.6m in training students