THE ROYAL IRISH ACADEMY IS IRELAND'S LEADING BODY OF EXPERTS IN THE SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

The Royal Irish Academy/Acadamh Ríoga na hÉireann champions research. We identify and recognise Ireland’s world class researchers. We support scholarship and promote awareness of how science and the humanities enrich our lives and benefit society. We believe that good research needs to be promoted, sustained and communicated. The Academy is run by a Council of its members. Membership is by election and considered the highest academic honour in Ireland.

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The 2019 John Maddox Prize

Wednesday, 19 June 2019

The John Maddox Prize recognises the work of individuals who promote sound science and evidence on a matter of public interest, facing difficulty or hostility in doing so.

Policy and International Relations

‘The imperative of climate action to protect human health in Europe’

Wednesday, 12 June 2019

A workshop to mark the launch of EASAC's report looking at climate action in Europe to protect human health and to highlight it's relevance in the Irish context.

Policy and International Relations, International Activities

Climate Change and Health

Tuesday, 4 June 2019

The Royal Irish Academy welcomes this timely research produced by the European Academies' Science Advisory Council (EASAC).

Policy and International Relations, International Activities

Call for Nominations for the 2019 World Data System Data Stewardship Award

Tuesday, 28 May 2019

Annual prize celebrating contributions of early career researchers to the involvement of scientific data stewardship through their (1) engagement with the community, (2) academic achievements, and (3) innovations.

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Libraries and Archives Roundtable

Thursday, 23 May 2019

Forum facilitating discussions on library and archive issues in relation to heritage and culture, with a particular focus on Heritage 2030. 

Library, Policy and International Relations

Call for Nominations: 2019 Young Physician Leaders

Thursday, 23 May 2019

The InterAcademy Partnership are currently seeking to identify up to 20 outstanding Young Physician Leaders under the age of 40.

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Academic freedom and institutional autonomy: Commitments must be followed by action

Wednesday, 10 April 2019

ALLEA, EUA and Science Europe call to protect academic freedom and safeguard institutional autonomy by providing and honouring sound regulatory frameworks.

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World Science Forum 2019 – Call for Panelists

Wednesday, 3 April 2019

Call for nominations of early career researchers to participate in the Plenary Sessions at the World Science Forum 21-23 November 2019, Budapest, Hungary.

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RIA Joint Letter with the Royal Society of Edinburgh and the Learned Society of Wales

Thursday, 21 March 2019

The Academy has collaborated with the Royal Society of Edinburgh and the Learned Society of Wales to draw attention to shared issues between the devolved administrations.

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Call for nominations on the topic "Towards an EU Sustainable Food System"

Thursday, 14 March 2019

SAPEA (Science Advice for Policy by European Academies) is looking for experts to provide scientific advice within the European Commission’s Scientific Advice Mechanism.

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