Dublin City of Science 2012
Dublin has been chosen to host Europe’s largest science conference, ESOF 2012 (Euroscience Open Forum), from 11-15 July, 2012.
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Science-2-Business
A new programme to show how scientific research can be commercialised will take place at the Euroscience Open Forum (ESOF) in Dublin this July. The Science-2-Business programme was recently launched by Minister for Research and Innovation Seán Sherlock, TD
At ESOF this July, the aim of the Science-2-Business programme is to bring academics and members of the business community together to illustrate how to transform publicly funded research into successful companies. ESOF itself will take place in Dublin City from 11-15 July 2012.
ESOF 2012 Closing Ceremony
The Euroscience Open Forum wrapped up in Dublin, when the city formally handed over the baton to Copenhagen, which will hold the next science conference in 2014, with the theme “Building Bridges”.
Wonderful photos from ESOF2012 capture the excitement!
Opening Night at ESOF 2012
The first day of ESOF 2012 began with a welcome reception followed by the opening ceremony in The Auditorium at the Convention Centre in Dublin. President Michael D Higgins gave a poetic speech which had the audience enthralled.
This was followed by the eloquent Professor Patrick Cunningham, Chief Scientific Adviser to the Government and our Galwegian Gaelgóir in Europe, Commissioner Máire Geoghegan–Quinn. The Euroscience President, Enric Banda, said a few words before there was an unexpected entertaining interlude, involving lots of traditional Irish music & dancing by Rhythm Corporation.
The Government were also represented by Richard Bruton, Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation and Seán Sherlock,Minister of State, Department of Enterprise, Jobs & Innovation and Department of Education & Skills with responsibility for Research & Innovation.
Master of ceremonies, Dara O’Briain, was his usual wonderful witty self, encouraging visits to Irish pubs and vast consumption of Guinness by the visitors to help keep the economy afloat.
The charming Professor Luke O’Neill from Trinity College gave a warm introduction to the first keynote speaker, Nobel Laureate 2011 Professor Jules Hoffmann. His keynote address was entitled “From insects to mammals: reflections on a European journey through basic research on immune defences”.
There are many brilliant blogs worth checking out including The Frog Blog.
One day passes for the Euroscience Open Forum 2012
Due to unprecedented demand ESOF are delighted to be able to offer one day passes for the Euroscience Open Forum 2012 (€100).
All current ISTA members were emailed a special 5 day package for teachers in June, so check your emails!
Be part of the next European supercollider in Dublin City of Science!
If you are a science-based startup, this is your chance to show the best European investors how you stand out from the rest. Visit this page to find out about the competition dates, and how you can apply. Deadline for applications is 7th June.
In Dublin this July be part of the next European supercollider, where the sharpest investors meet the hottest science startups.
On 11th July 2012, as part of Europe’s largest science meeting, the best European science-based startups will be in front of people who are ready to invest. 12 teams whose scientific research and discoveries have the most potential to be part of the next generation of successful businesses will be chosen.
If you are an investor, we’ll make sure you get to hear from the hottest early-stage startups that are coming out of Europe’s universities and research institutions. Visit this page to register to attend.
All those attending Investing in Science are eligible to purchase a discounted ticket for the full 5-day ESOF2012 conference.
For further information contact Aisling Bodkin: aisling.bodkin@ndrc.ie
If you have a ground breaking idea with great impact but not yet commercialised: visit this page.