Research Ireland

31/08/2026

Science Week 2026 is set to make a nationwide splash, with hundreds of events across Ireland exploring the theme 'Water: From Molecule to Ocean'.

Coordinated annually by Research Ireland, Science Week 2026 will take place from 8th - 15th November.

This year's theme of Water is an invitation to look afresh at the substance that connects every aspect of life on Earth. We drink it, depend on it and are surrounded by it, yet water is far more than something that falls from the sky or flows from the tap.

Highlights include WATERLICHT ‘Dream landscape about the power and poetry of water’ by artist Daan Roosegaarde, Ice Sculpture installations by celebrated sculptor, Daniel Doyle, the inaugural North Dublin Science Festival led by Dublin City University, Chemistry UnCORKed from University College Cork, Ripple Effect, a new cross-county Science Week Festival in Leitrim & Roscommon, the inclusive Finn Valley Science Festival in Donegal, and the Midlands Science Festival spanning Laois, Longford, Offaly and Westmeath.

Explore the full list of Festivals and Events awarded funding:

https://www.researchireland.ie/news/science-week-to-make-a-nationwide-splash-with-hundreds-of-events-on-theme-of-water-from-molecule-to-ocean/

18/08/2026

Dublin Maker, Ireland’s annual celebration of the maker movement, returns to Leopardstown Racecourse this weekend for its biggest edition yet!

Admission is free, and visitors can choose to attend either day or both.

Funded through the Research Ireland Discover Programme, the festival brings together makers, inventors, artists and technology enthusiasts from all walks of life to showcase their projects, exchange ideas and inspire the next generation of Irish makers.

Book now: https://www.researchireland.ie/news/dublin-maker-2026

13/08/2026

12/08/2026

Today, between 6pm and 8pm, Ireland will experience a near total solar eclipse, with the Moon blocking between 93% and 98% of the Sun, depending on where you are in the country.

It's a rare sight, and one we won't see again from Ireland until 2090.

Missed out on getting a pair of eclipse glasses this week? Don't worry. The Eclipse 26 Guide includes simple activities to help you make your own solar viewer using everyday materials. The guide is available in both English and Irish on the ESERO Ireland website: https://esero.ie/eclipse26

Worried you won't get outside to see it? Or maybe the clouds have other plans? The ESA - European Space Agency will be broadcasting the eclipse live from Spain, located within the path of totality, bringing together experts to explain the science behind a solar eclipse. A direct link to the broadcast will also be available on the ESERO Ireland website.

11/08/2026

Make sure you have your solar eclipse glasses at the ready!

DIAS Dunsink Observatory explain why it's so important not to look at the sun during this week's eclipse.

07/08/2026

Taking the Luas to Dublin Maker?

We will have a dedicated Shuttle running between the Sandyford Luas Stop and Leopardstown Racecourse, running between 9.30am and 5.30pm on both Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd of August - making it easier than ever to use sustainable methods to get to the festival.

Get your FREE tickets for Dublin Maker 2026 here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/dublin-maker-festival-tickets-1989824515691

Supported Research Ireland Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council

06/08/2026

05/08/2026

05/08/2026

Ardán and Rinn Medical Devices – which previously operated as CÚRAM – are delighted to announce a new call-out for Science on Screen animations.

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Animators are being sought to create short one-minute digital animations, to explain research projects being developed at Rinn Medical Devices. The goal is to create animations which can communicate complex ideas in an easy-to-understand way for many audiences and to bring modern, innovative Irish research to life on the screen.

While a portfolio of work is required in order to be eligible to apply, new talent and various levels of experience are encouraged.

Rinn have outlined five research projects for animation. Each of the five animations will have a total budget of €6,000, a duration of 50-60 seconds and a time frame of 14 weeks to complete. Mentorship in an area of interest to the animator is also an option.

Applications open at 2pm on Thursday 20th August (after the information day) and close at 12pm on Thursday 17th September - followed by an interview process for a shortlist of candidates.

Research Projects:
- Project 1: SKINSENS by Manus Biggs
- Project 2: Optical Sensor Ultrasound by Dervil Cody
- Project 3: OCUSPHERE by Andrew Gallagher
- Project 4: LAMPRYX by Thomas Linjse
- Project 5: Wound Healing and Drug delivery by Preethem Srinath

RSVP for the Information Day: Ardán and Rinn Medical Devices will host an information day on Thursday 20th August at University of Galway. At the Info Day, the researchers will present their projects to the audience which will be the subject of the animations.

Animators will also have the chance to pitch themselves and their previous work to the researchers.

Go to the link for more info on the application process, requirements, the research projects in detail, to view previous animations, and the info day registration link:

https://ardan.ie/funding/animators-sought-for-science-on-screen-commissions-for-2026/

Email queries to [email protected]

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