Taking place across Ireland from 10th-17th November 2024, Science Week is a national celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM), with hundreds of events for people of all ages.

Speaking at the launch while visiting at Coláiste Íde Agus Iosef, in Limerick, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Patrick O’Donovan TD said:

“Science Week is now a much-anticipated Irish calendar highlight and a great opportunity for people to engage with science and research through fun, engaging and interactive events.

“I am delighted to be able to announce funding of €809,942 from my department to directly support the hosting of 33 events.

“Science is vital to our everyday lives – from protecting our natural world and creating more sustainable approaches to energy supply, to embracing technological advancements and investigating new solutions to safeguard our health.

“For this year’s Science Week, through the theme of ‘Regeneration’, we are inviting people to reimagine the way we engage with the world around us and enhance our collective strengths.

“There is something for every generation to enjoy in Science Week, with hundreds of events taking place all over the country. I’m encouraging everyone to take part in Science Week, by attending a festival or event and getting involved in the stimulating activities on offer during the week.”

The theme for Science Week 2024 is regeneration, and Research Ireland is calling on the public to celebrate our innate ability to reinvent, rejuvenate and regenerate.

Director of Science for Society at Research Ireland Dr Ruth Freeman said:

“Science has a profound impact on individuals, society, and the world at large in a multitude of ways.

“This Science Week, we explore harnessing the power of regeneration and how the decisions we make today will greatly impact future generations.

“It is important to take learnings from the past to inform our decisions for the future. and we encourage everyone to get involved in Science Week, whether at your local festival, online on social media, or with friends and family.

“Critical to the success of Science Week is the growing community of dedicated volunteers across the country who work tirelessly on delivering stimulating activities each year on top of the 33 newly funded projects we are announcing this year. We are truly thankful for their commitment to passionately promoting science among the general public.”