South East Technological University has welcomed a major €460 million investment in research and innovation announced by the Government.
SETU will contribute to three of Ireland’s new Rinn research centres, which will focus on areas including artificial intelligence, advanced therapies, energy and semiconductor technologies.
The initiative aims to strengthen industry partnerships, support regional development and enhance Ireland’s position as a global leader in research and innovation.
Welcoming the announcement, Prof Veronica Campbell, President of SETU, said, “This investment represents a significant vote of confidence in Ireland’s research and innovation ecosystem and in the contribution that technological universities make to national competitiveness and societal progress.
“SETU is proud to be part of three of these major national research centres. Through collaboration with academic, industry and public sector partners, our researchers will contribute to advances in areas that are critical to Ireland’s future prosperity, including artificial intelligence, medicines development and quantum technologies.”
