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.
Science Foundation Ireland is committed to the principles of the San Francisco Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA)
Science Foundation Ireland welcomes the launch of the new National Research and Innovation Strategy
Ireland’s Best Young Science Filmmakers ‘Reel’ in the Prizes during Science Week 2021
Statement by International Senior Scientific Advisers Ahead of COP26
Letting off STEAM! Science is fun for all in Cork this November
National survey on the impact of COVID-19 on researchers and academics
Commercial video games could help treat mental illness
Lero researchers create tool to assess cyber risk
GMIT joins Lero, the SFI Research Centre for Software