SETU leads Ireland’s technological universities in Horizon Europe funding

Researchers leading the way in sustainability, health, advanced manufacturing, digital technologies and more

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Pictured: Dr John Wells, SETU; Dr Deirdre Kilbane and Dr Kevin Doolin, Walton Institute SETU; Prof Marie Claire, SETU and Dr Indrakshi Dey, Walton Institute SETU

South East Technological University (SETU) has emerged as the leading technological university in Ireland for securing Horizon Europe research funding, drawing down a total of €12.79 million to date. This milestone positions SETU at the forefront of European-funded research and innovation among Ireland’s technological universities.

Horizon Europe is the EU’s key funding programme for research and innovation, tackling climate change, helping to achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and boosting the EU’s competitiveness and growth. SETU’s strong performance underlines the University’s growing international profile, research excellence and ability to deliver high-impact outcomes in partnership with European collaborators.

Much of SETU’s Horizon Europe success is led by Walton Institute, a principal contributor to research and innovation within the University focused on information and communication technologies. Projects led by Walton Institute span areas such as artificial intelligence, future networks, and strategic digital transformation – highlighting SETU’s strength in future-focused ICT.

Walton Institute and SETU researchers praise for their leadership in coordinating Horizon Europe projects reflects the University’s capability to manage complex international consortia and drive innovation on a global scale. In addition, SETU researchers play vital roles as partners in Horizon Europe projects across a diverse range of thematic areas – from sustainability and health to advanced manufacturing and digital technologies.

Prof Veronica Campbell, President of SETU, said: “This remarkable success is a testament to the calibre of our researchers, the strength of our research environment, and SETU’s ambition to be a leader in impactful, international collaboration. Horizon Europe funding is highly competitive, and this level of success reflects our capacity to lead major initiatives that deliver real societal and economic value.”

Dr Kevin Doolin, executive director of the Walton Institute, said: “These most recent results reflect Walton Institute’s consistent drive for excellence across multiple EU funding streams, and is a testament to the continued strong performance of Walton staff.”

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