Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 June 2023
391. Deputy Steven Matthews asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the position regarding funding for a project (details supplied); if he will outline a timeline for a support framework to be put in place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26849/23]
View answerI am aware of the project referred to by the Deputy and I understand that there has been some high level engagement with Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) as regards its potential.
As the Deputy is aware, my Department allocates specific funding for competitive research and other calls which are administered by Science Foundation Ireland, the Irish Research Council and the Higher Education Authority. However, it is important to note that such Calls are open to applicants from across our university and research sector. The management of such competitive funding calls is a matter for each agency, based on its own internal competitive funding processes and having regard to appropriate advice and expertise, including from international experts.
I have sought additional information from SFI and will revert to the Deputy.
