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SCIENCE FOUNDATION IRELAND ANNUAL REPORT 2015
About Science
Foundation Ireland
Science Foundation Ireland funds
oriented basic and applied research
in the areas of science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics
(STEM) which promotes and
assists the development and
competitiveness of industry,
enterprise and employment in
Ireland.
Science Foundation Ireland also
promotes and supports the study of,
education in and engagement with,
STEM and promotes an awareness
and understanding of the value of
STEM to society and, in particular, to
the growth of the economy.
Table of Contents
Key Statistics and Impact 2
Chairman’s Statement 7
Director General’s Statement 9
Year in Review 2015 10
Overview of 2015 Activities 16
Governance, Organisational
Structural and Statutory
Notices 33
Annual Financial Statements 46
Grant Commitments and
Payment Analysis 2015
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