Pat Carey
Ceist:315 Mr. Carey asked the Minister for Education and Science her plans and those of the Dublin Institute of Advanced Studies for Dunsink Observatory; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [26066/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 27 October 2004
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Freagraí scríofa
The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies, in its strategy statement, has identified the conduct of regular reviews of the academic work of its three constituent schools as a critical factor for its success. I understand from the institute that it established independent panels of international experts during 2004 to carry out such reviews of the research work of its three constituent schools. The international panel on the School of Cosmic Physics, which includes the astronomy section, has submitted its report and its recommendations are being examined by the institute.
I understand that it is the intention of the institute, following full consideration of the report, to take a decision on the level of research that will be carried out in Dunsink, by and on behalf of the institute and the School of Cosmic Physics. I understand that the institute has no plans for changing the current use of Dunsink Observatory and it has not presented any proposals to me in this regard.