Sherlock says Research Councils merger will strengthen their role [education.ie]
- Published: 17 November 2011
Sean Sherlock T.D., (Minister of State with responsibility for Research and Innovation) has said that plans to merge the Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology (IRCSET) with the Irish Research Council for the Humanities and Social Science (IRCHSS) into a consolidated single council under the Higher Education Authority will bring positive benefits to the Irish research community. The merger of the two Councils was announced as part of the Government’s Public Service Reform Plan published today.
"IRCSET and IRCHSS both play fundamental roles in supporting researchers in the early stage of their careers, in fostering skills development and in encouraging independent exploratory research. This role is essential to nurturing the talent we need for a vibrant research system and a creative, innovative and prospering economy and society.
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