The mission of the Irish Research Council is to enable and sustain a vibrant research community in Ireland by supporting excellent researchers in all disciplines from arts to zoology.

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Fund excellent research across all disciplines

Support the career development of early-stage researchers

Power enterprise and skills

Cultivate Ireland's success in European Funding

Catalyse research addressing the grand societal challenges

Provide access to research infrastructures

Communicate the value of research

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