University College Dublin welcomes Commissioners Moedas and Hogan
17 April 2015 - 17 April 2015
Ireland
Senior researchers from UCD will present the university’s strategic plans for research and innovation over the next few years to the Commissioners, focusing on agrifood and ICT. The research leaders will outline how UCD intends to lead important EU initiatives in these areas.
The visit of the European Commissioners corresponds with UCD’s ambition to display a stronger leadership role, and enhanced contribution to addressing societal challenges through more collaborative R&D.
The proceedings will also include a roundtable with 15 CEOs to discuss opportunities for improving engagement with, and the impact of, EU investment in the areas of ICT and agrifood, where UCD excels.
Further information is available from:
Professor Orla Feely
Vice President for Research, Innovation and Impact
Email: vprii@ucd.ie
Geoff Archer
Policy Analyst
Email: geoff.archer@iscintelligence.com
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The visit of the European Commissioners corresponds with UCD’s ambition to display a stronger leadership role, and enhanced contribution to addressing societal challenges through more collaborative R&D.
The proceedings will also include a roundtable with 15 CEOs to discuss opportunities for improving engagement with, and the impact of, EU investment in the areas of ICT and agrifood, where UCD excels.
Further information is available from:
Professor Orla Feely
Vice President for Research, Innovation and Impact
Email: vprii@ucd.ie
Geoff Archer
Policy Analyst
Email: geoff.archer@iscintelligence.com
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Keywords
agriculture, ICT, data, smart, precision, rural, research, innovation, food, chain, nutrition