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Summary Introduction Globally people are living longer lives, with the world population aged over 60 years expected to increase to 1.4 billion by 2030 [1].  In Ireland (ROI) it is projected that there will be 1.6 million people aged 65 years and over by 2051 [2].  Women live longer than men with life expectancy at […]

Funding will support 32 equipment purchases in Technology Gateways and Technology Centres Brings to more than €12m the amount invested this year in equipment ‘Leading-edge’ technologies included in successful projects in this funding round The Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Leo Varadkar TD, has announced the successful applicants of the Capital Equipment

In our ‘Meet the Team’ series, we bring you a range of staff interviews from across the Technology Gateway Network. Today we introduce Russell Macpherson, Technology Gateway Manager at PEM Gateway, based at ATU Sligo. Tell us a bit about PEM Technology Gateway? The PEM Technology Gateway provides industry with engineering and technical solutions and

Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateways work in partnership with Technological Universities and Institutes of Technology across Ireland. Each Gateway is funded by Enterprise Ireland to increase interactions with Irish Industry by delivering innovation expertise and solutions.  The network focuses on key technology areas such as energy, mobile, polymers, photonics, coatings, industrial design, mechatronics, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, wireless

In order to experience an immersive Virtual Reality (VR) environment, a VR headset is required. A VR headset will block out the view of the real world through the headset. These headsets can either be Mobile (Oculus Quest) or wired (HTC Vive.) In this article, the benefits and constraints of each equipment application shall be

What is the Applied IoT Cluster?  The Applied IoT Cluster harnesses the expertise, skills, imaginations and equipment of six Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateways and specialises in applying state of the art internet of things (IoT) technologies to new and existing products, processes and services. Companies and individuals throughout Ireland are capitalising on the research and development

The Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateway cluster EMD Ireland, offers expert technical assistance, advice and support in the Engineering, Materials and Design sector.  Providing extensive experience in the delivery of near-to-market solutions for companies who are looking to access Research, Development and Innovation knowledge.   Who are EMD Ireland?  EMD Ireland consists of seven Technology Gateways

Monkey Cups, barista standard coffee cups made in Waterford, Ireland, began with a sketch by Managing Director Mailo Power, fuelled by her passion to turn the tide on single-use plastic disposables by creating a range of colourful and stylish reusable alternatives. With years of experience within the design, hospitality, food and beverage sectors, Mailo had

MET Nutrition and Sport is one of five technology themes in the Enterprise Ireland Medical Engineering and Technology Gatewayat ATU Galway City. MET is an interdisciplinary research centre, dedicated to supporting research, development and innovation in the MedTech, LifeSciences and Engineering sectors. We support Irish industry by providing access to the academic expertise within GMIT, generating

The Irish Food Tech Cluster consists of 7 Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateways providing knowledge, expertise and skills to Irish industry, in the broad area of food and beverage technology. Companies across Ireland can now access these resources for Research, Development and Innovation projects in areas that include bioprocessing, food for health, process control and packaging