SFI is the largest funder of competitive research in Ireland.
We believe in driving STEM-led innovation to address society's greatest challenges.
We are committed to supporting educators as they shape tomorrow's greatest minds.
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.
Key Leaders in the Irish Research Community recognised by SFI at the 2017 Science Summit Awards
Live Weather, Job-stealing Robots, Mortality and Superbugs: Science Week on RTÉ set for a strong audience reaction
Annual Science Foundation Ireland Science Summit hosts 350 researchers
Science Week 2017: Science Foundation Ireland is calling on people to #StopAndAsk questions that they’ve always wanted to know about the world around them
Feats of Modest Valour documentary scoops top Scientist Award at NYC Imagine Science Film Festival
CONNECT research shortlisted for 2017 Technology Ireland Software Industry Awards
Design The Box competition at CONNECT Centre
Nano And Materials Science Supports 14,000 Jobs and Half A Billion Euro Economic Impact In Ireland
Ireland selected to manage new €3.6 million EU software research programme