Minister James Lawless today addressed Maynooth University's International Women’s Day event, honouring women’s achievements in leadership, diplomacy and innovation. This event showcased progress on gender equality and the government's commitment to an inclusive, talent-driven Ireland.

Marking #InternationalWomensDay with inspiring leaders, Minister James Lawless, ambassadors Larysa Gerasko, Karen van Vlierberge -K2V Kenya Embassy Dublin Melitta Schubert and Maynooth University president discussing the importance of role models in empowering future generations Irish Universities Assoc. Department of Further and Higher Education

SUSI grant scheme signed into law by me tonight, get ready students, applications open next month Department of Further and Higher Education HEA @merrionstreet

Minister James Lawless today launched a campaign by the Irish Universities Assoc., highlighting the vital role research plays in addressing societal challenges to shape a better Ireland. For more information, visit iua.ie/betterireland

Today, Minister James Lawless TD launched our national campaign showcasing the impact of university research on Ireland’s biggest challenges. From healthcare & agriculture to housing and climate, discover how university research is driving a Better Ireland iua.ie/betterireland

Minister James Lawless James Lawless met with Professor Maria Leptin, President of the European Research Council European Research Council (ERC), during her visit to Ireland today, where she delivered a keynote speech at the ERC Impact Forum, hosted by Research Ireland.

“Basic research may appear uncertain or risky precisely because it explores unknown territory, but history shows us that time and again, the biggest economic leaps come from curiosity-driven research with no immediate practical insight” irishtimes.com/science/2025/0…

University Research is Revolutionising Treatment for Babies with life-threatening Disease - for the first time in Ireland, gene replacement therapy has treated Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Led by Prof. Martina Hennessy, Trinity College Dublin & Dr. Declan O’Rourke, CHI, Temple St. #BetterIreland

Prof. Jonathan Drennan, at University College Dublin has dramatically improved nurse job satisfaction in Irish hospitals, raising it from 54% to 80%. This framework not only enhances job satisfaction but also cuts public spending by €2,905 per ward each month.

CEO Danny McCoy opened my engagement with Ibec members today saying they view my portfolio as the ‘Dept of Human Capital’. This set the scene for a really insightful conversation around the economic enablers I am focusing on #research #ntf #skills #investment #capabilities

📣Today at noon, Aine Lawlor will speak to James Lawless Donna McGettigan and Gary Gannon TD. 🎥The programme will also feature Dr Jennifer Kavanagh from SETU and Fiachra Ó Cionnaith 😊 of RTÉ political staff. #Housing #Grace #Gaza

Minister James Lawless has signed an Associate Membership Agreement with CERN, marking Ireland’s commitment to join the world-renowned research organisation. This milestone opens access to leading science, innovation, and industry collaboration. ℹ️gov.ie/en/department-…

Delighted to sign the accession agreement for Ireland to join CERN completing my first 100 days as Minister, and having visited in 2018 as Fianna Fáil opposition spokesperson on Science. This is truly a red letter day for Irish science and research. Exciting times ahead!

Read my column in the Sunday Business Post today where I explain how I intend to bring plans before Government to attract top international academic talent and researchers who may be finding the US a cold place in light of recent developments there to our welcoming shores instead

Minister for Department of Further and Higher Education, James Lawless James Lawless , has today welcomed the appointment of Dr Diarmuid O'Brien as the new CEO of Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland. Dr O’Brien will take up the role in September 2025. Read here: researchireland.ie/news/new-ceo/

Minister James Lawless attended the Conference on the Future of European Universities Alliances. Each Alliance is distinct–and this is their strength. And while distinct, all Alliances have the same aim- to deepen strategic cooperation between European higher education institutions.

Interesting counterpoint to last week’s The Irish Times OpEd on PhD researchers, from John Doyle of Dublin City University . Certainly room to improve but not as bleak a landscape as was painted. irishtimes.com/opinion/letter…

I was delighted to attend the first Research Ireland Forum today in the Aviva. This event brought together over 800 people from across business, higher education, government, and many other sectors. Department of Further and Higher Education Fianna Fáil

Innovations like this show that Ireland is home to world-class researchers. But without sustained investment, we risk falling behind. The proposed ‘Research Infrastructure & Talent Development Fund’ will fuel innovation. Read now: iua.ie/betterireland/… #InvestInHigherEd

Ireland has world-class researchers, but without sustained investment, we risk falling behind. The ‘Research Infrastructure & Talent Development Fund’ will fuel research and secure Ireland’s place on the global stage. Read the proposal now: iua.ie/betterireland/ UCD Research