"From bench to boardroom - commercialising Irish research"
Enterprise Ireland's first applied research forum

On Wednesday 18th June 2008, 200 of Ireland's leading applied researchers gathered in the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin for the first Enterprise Ireland Applied Research Forum.

The event attracted researchers and technology transfer specialists from third level institutions all over Ireland. Attendees were given the opportunity to share their views on the research commercialisation system and suggest ways to improve the quality and quantity of applied research.

The 'One to Watch' Award

To recognise the immense potential that exists in third level research groups, Enterprise Ireland commissioned a special award called the 'One to Watch' award.  The winner of the 'One to Watch' 2008 was Dr. Declan Dagger from Trinity College Dublin.

Dr. Dagger and his team have developed a new personalised e-learning tool to tackle the challenges presented by the fact that no two people learn the same way. A new company called Empower the User is being formed around the technology and Dr. Dagger will be the CEO of the spin-out company when it launches in 2009.

The award was presented by the Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Jimmy Devins T.D who said; "Dr. Dagger is a wonderful ambassador for the Irish research commercialisation system. He and his team at Trinity College Dublin have worked closely with Enterprise Ireland to bring the fruits of their research to the marketplace where their technology will make a tangible difference to the way people learn new skills.  I look forward to seeing his company take flight next year and encourage more researchers to take inspiration from this success story".

From bench to boardroom - commercialising Irish research  - the best of 2007-08

A special publication showcasing the best applied research outputs by Enterprise Ireland funded researchers in 2007 was launched at the event by the Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Jimmy Devins T.D.  From bench to boardroom - Commercialising Irish Research (PDF 3.8MB)

To order your free paper copy contact;

Miriam O'Gorman Tel: + 353 1 8082744