Academic

Academic society logoThe Academic society is a special interest group for engineers who lecture or conduct research in third-level institutions or graduate students who aspire to careers in academia.

 

Its mission is to promote the advancement of academic standards in engineering and facilitate and organise activities for key academic groups. It aims to develop and disseminate a body of knowledge for engineers working within the academic community which will also serve those engineering professionals with an interest in academic topics. Members can benefit from: Networking with colleagues Networking with industry experts Keeping up to date with the latest events, technical presentations and access to research and support material. Attending events, courses, site visits and customised seminars to advance their continuous professional development.

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How to make more magnetism possible with topology

Researchers show how topology can help create magnetism at higher temperatures.

Robots reach new level of dexterity thanks to finger-shaped sensor

Engineers develop a long, curved touch sensor that could enable a robot to grasp and manipulate objects in multiple ways.

The artificial intelligence copilot that enhances human precision for safer flying

Designed to ensure safer skies, 'Air-Guardian' blends human intuition with machine precision, creating a more symbiotic relationship between pilot and aircraft.

Engineers design more powerful RNA vaccines

The new approach could lead to intranasal vaccines for Covid-19 and other respiratory diseases.

Meet the PhD student who wants to design buildings that use less concrete

Jackson Jewett is honing algorithms for designing large structures with less material – helping to shrink the construction industry’s huge carbon footprint.

Revealed: The desalination system that could produce fresh water — and deliver it cheaper than tap water

Engineers and collaborators develop a solar-powered device that avoids salt-clogging issues of other designs.

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Our committees arrange and host technical presentations, discussions, debate and social events in our regions and represent the group at liaison committee. If you are interested in being a part of this committee, please contact our Sector Support team at sectorsupport@engineersireland.ie. You must be logged into the website to display the current committee members below.

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