The Coalition for the Future of Research In Ireland has been established in June 2026 to represent deep concerns across the Irish research community about the strategy and direction of Research Ireland.
The coalition includes:
Open letter about the future of research in Ireland from the PWO (Postgraduate Workers Organisation Ireland) expressing "deep concern about the direction of the research system in Ireland, and object[ing] to Taighde Éireann - Research Ireland’s recently published 2026-2030 strategy and proposed 'Empower' programme".
Dedicated page →An open letter to Minister James Lawless expressing concern about Research Ireland’s Strategy and Programme Plan was published and received over 1000 signatories in one day.
Dedicated page →Research Ireland launched its inaugural strategy for 2026-2030 aimed at “building a research and innovation system that delivers prosperity for the people of Ireland”
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