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From the Archives: Does Ireland need a Minister for Higher Education in Research?
Thursday, 21 May 2020In 2016, the Academy gave consideration to the position of higher education and research within central government in Ireland and considered the potential benefits of introducing a Minister for High Education.
Call for Nominations: experts needed to represent International Science Council on an international alliance around COVID-19 education
Thursday, 14 May 2020This project will look at the world-wide educational challenges caused by the COVID-19 crisis and how innovations and technologies can help educational institutions moving forward
Call for nominations: a systemic approach to the energy transition in Europe
Friday, 8 May 2020Experts are needed for a new project on the energy pathways in Europe
Call for Nominations: Group of Chief Scientific Advisors to the European Commission
Friday, 8 May 2020Outstanding candidates are now being sought by European Commission.
Call for experts for InterAcademy Partnership COVID-19 Advisory Committee
Tuesday, 5 May 2020The IAP are looking for a pool of experts to provide science-based responses to the myriads of doubts and queries that have arisen, and will continue to arise, in many countries.
Application period for Green Talents award 2020 now open
Wednesday, 22 April 2020The call for this year’s Green Talents is particularly aimed at young researchers in Sustainability – an initiative by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research.
Call for Nominations for the scientific committee of ‘Fact or Fake’
Friday, 17 April 2020ALLEA are seeking experts for a new project on scientific disinformation.
Call to share your COVID-19 initiatives with the international community
Friday, 17 April 2020The International Science Council (ISC) has established an online COVID-19 Global Science Portal to amplify the response of the science community and the need for scientific expertise in this time of crisis.
New Chair Elected to the RIA Culture and Heritage Working Group
Tuesday, 14 April 2020The Royal Irish Academy is delighted to announce that Diane Negra, MRIA, has now commenced the role of Chair of the RIA Culture and Heritage working group.
New SAPEA Report on Food Sustainability
Thursday, 9 April 2020Food lies at the heart of our lives but our food system is unsustainable. How can we ensure future food security without treating people unfairly or leaving them behind?