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Research & Innovation Minister Sean Sherlock today announced that the Irish Research Council will make research awards totaling some €16.8 million. This will support 353 postgraduates and postdoctoral candidates in what is one of the single largest award events for Irish researchers this year.

The funding by the Irish Research Council will provide support for innovative and creative ideas and kick-start research careers.

The Irish Research Council awardees will be funded through a multi annual investment of €16.8 million from the government with a further €2 million being invested by the EU and enterprise partners.

Minister Sherlock said that:

The awards now being made by the Irish Research Council provide significant funding for researchers in a wide range of disciplines in the areas of science, technology and the humanities. This funding supports a new generation of researchers and continues our emphasis on creating a vibrant research community which is essential for Ireland’s future economic growth and reputation as a knowledge society. The progress of our research system is a result of having a strong cohort of highly creative and innovative researchers who will be Ireland’s future leading innovators. Research investments have already had a very positive impact on Ireland’s development and highlights how research, development and innovation can contribute significantly to job creation and economic prosperity.

The Irish Research Council objective is to support excellent researchers, in particular at postgraduate and early stage postdoctoral levels.