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County Clare received five awards at the 61st BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition. The Clare winners included projects from students of St Joseph's Community College, Kilkee; Community Ennistymon School and Mary Immaculate Secondary School, Lisdoonvarna. Photo (c) : https://www.facebook.com/BTYSTE/

BT young scientist Grace Carty speaks to Victoria at Spirit Radio about her AI project which researches and looks at how well people can identify if an image is AI generated.

Our reporter Jenny O'Sullivan was Presentation Secondary School to people welcoming home the Murphy sisters

Sisters Ciara, Saoirse and Laoise Murphy joined Jerry this morning after winning this year's BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition last Friday. 17-year-old Ciara , Saoirse 15 and 12-year-old Laoise, students at Presentation Secondary School in Tralee, won for their project called 'Aid Care Treat', a medical assistance app designed to support emergency healthcare response.

Brian O'Donovan reports that the winner of the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) will be announced this evening.

Thousands of members of the public descended upon the RDS in Dublin for day two of the 61st BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) today, which also saw the curtain lift on this year's Primary Science Fair. The Primary Science Fair, which is an integral, non-competitive part of the exhibition, gives third to sixth class primary school students across Ireland the chance to learn more about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), make friends, and have fun! BT Young Scientist This year, over 1,000 primary school students representing 35 schools across Ireland are showcasing their projects at the RDS Dublin today, January 09 and tomorrow, January 10. The ideas that students have developed across the seventy projects on display cover a wide range of STEM topics, such as biodiversity, energy forces and living things. The projects are judged by former BTYSTE overall winners, some of whom previously participated in the Primary Science Fair themselves, and who volunteer their time to support the growth of interest in STEM in younger generations. Elsewhere at the RDS, the anticipation is mounting amongst the BTYSTE participants, as in just twenty-fours' time, the winning projects will be announced. Finalists were at the ready to showcase their projects to the judging panel. Speaking on the judging process, Dr Peter Taylor, 2025 BTYSTE judge said: ''It's an honour to be a part of the judging panel at the 61st BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition and join all the team at BT Ireland in celebrating 25 years as custodian of this phenomenal event. I feel very lucky to have played a part at the exhibition throughout those years, first as a participant and overall winner in 2001 and now for several years judging the amazing projects from finalists. This year has been no different when it comes to the calibre of entries on display, and the judges and I have an extremely challenging task of choosing the winners in the hours ahead. The BTYSTE was my first exposure to the world of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and the exhibition played no small part in steering my career into a STEM field. I am delighted to see so many young people in Ireland enter the exhibition each year, and to see the event itself evolve into the national and cultural institution it has become today. I congratulate all this year's finalists for their incredible work - they should be extremely proud for getting this far.'' Tomorrow, final judging and deliberation will get underway from early, before the 2025 BTYSTE awards ceremony begins at 5:30pm. Anticipation is already building to find out which projects will be recognised this year, in addition to the announcement of the overall winner for 2025. Additionally, 60 brilliant stands from the exhibition's partners, including the Department of Education, Analog Devices, Amgen, Stripe and RTÉ will be set up throughout the RDS. For more information on the exhibition, please visit the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition website or follow @BTYSTE on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), YouTube or Snapchat. See more breaking stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

RTE's Charlie McGinley speaks to students at the Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition in the RDS, Dublin.

It's nail-biting time for the thousand or so secondary school students who are displaying their scientific and technological prowess at the BT Young Scientist and Technology exhibition this week. That's because the winners will be announced tomorrow. The exhibition comes as Ireland's dependence on technology comes into sharp focus - ahead of major policy changes when Donald Trump assumes power. Joining Joe this morning in studio was Shay Walsh the Chief Executive of BT Ireland .

Mari Cahalane, Head of the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition.

Brian O'Donovan, Work and Technology Correspondent, reports from the RDS.

President Higgins opened the 2025 BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. President Higgins is a great supporter of the BT Young Scientist & Technologist exhibition, praising it for encouraging young people to push the boundaries outwards and applying their creative energy and curiosity to a constant exploration of how the world around them can be improved.

Over 1,000 students from across the island of Ireland will flood through the doors of the RDS in Dublin to participate in the 61st Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, which represents the 25th year that BT Ireland has stewarded the exhibition. The participants will begin their unforgettable BTYSTE experience this morning, setting up their projects and preparing for the first round of judging, which will be carried out by 85 leading experts from Ireland's science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) academic and industry sectors. The first round of judging will be completed after the official opening of the exhibition this afternoon by President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins. A supporter of the BTYSTE for many years, President Higgins' address to students and their teachers this afternoon will be particularly momentous as it will be his last in office. Throughout President Higgins' terms in office, his championing of the exhibition has inspired many young people to explore their passion for STEM by entering the BTYSTE. The opening ceremony will be streamed live from 2pm on the BTYSTE website and on Facebook Live. The 2025 BT Ireland Executive Leaders Forum As the RDS Dublin fills up with many young people seeking to change the world for the better, BT Ireland, in partnership with Business in the Community Ireland (BITC) and the American Chamber (AmCham), will hold an exclusive Executive Leaders Forum for business leaders this morning. This year's forum will focus on the importance of collaboration for expanding Ireland's STEM pipeline. Broadcaster Áine Kerr will MC today's Forum, and speakers will include Managing Director of BT Ireland, Shay Walsh, as well as 2024 BTYSTE winner Seán O'Sullivan, who will talk about the importance of fostering STEM interest from an early age. Companies represented at the event's panels include IDA Ireland, American Chamber, Analog Devices, NOW Group, Fidelity Ireland, and ServiceNow. Speaking ahead of the first day of the exhibition today, Mari Cahalane, Head of the BTYSTE said: "This year marks 25 years since BT Ireland became custodian of the Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition and is an extremely special occasion for me as I have been privileged be part of the organisational proceedings on behalf of BT Ireland since then. Since its inception in the 1960s, the exhibition epitomises BT Ireland's purpose, 'connect for good', setting many of the brightest young minds that this country has ever seen on the path to change the world, and we could not be prouder to help evolve this incredible event in the last twenty-five years. "BT Ireland's team of almost 180 volunteers will be ensuring that the participants and their teachers will enjoy a BTYSTE experience this year that they will never forget. I would like to thank them for all their hard work, and to our esteemed guest, President Higgins, for his unwavering support over the years, helping us and all involved keep the BTYSTE prominently on the national agenda each year." The BTYSTE opens to the public from Thursday, January 09 to Saturday, January 11, with a full programme of fantastic events and special acts for everyone to enjoy, including all student projects being on display throughout. Additionally, over 60 brilliant stands from the exhibition's partners, including the Department of Education,Analog Devices, Amgen, RTE, Stripe, BT, Re-turn, Permanent TSB, will be on display in the RDS. Tickets to the BTYSTE can be purchased at https://ticketing.btyoungscientist.com or at the venue. Visitors can plan their visit to the RDS in advance by downloading the?free?BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition app, available on Android and Apple devices. Full of helpful information, the app includes an exhibition map, a search tool for student projects and exhibitors, a schedule of events, as well as links to the BTYSTE social networks for live updates throughout the event. For more information on the exhibition, please visit th...

Seán O'Sullivan, winner of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) 2024, has been awarded second place and the 2025 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair Prize at the 2024 EU Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) in Katowice, Poland. Sean (17), a 6th year student at Coláiste Chiaráin, Limerick was recognised by the EUCYS judging panel for his BTYSTE winning project, titled 'VerifyMe: A new approach to authorship attribution in the post-ChatGPT era'. Sean's project considered the challenges of author verification in the context of the significant improvements in Large Language Models (LLMS) like ChatGPT, as the line between human-written and AI-generated text has blurred, leaving academia and industry searching for a reliable method to determine "true" human authorship. At the EUCYS, Sean competed against 250 young scientists aged between 14-20 years old from nearly 40 countries in the EU, as well as guest projects from the United States and beyond. Speaking on his achievement, Seán O'Sullivan said, "It was an honour to travel to Katowice, Poland and represent Ireland at one of the world's most prestigious science fairs. With so many fascinating, important projects on display, I am absolutely thrilled to take home the second place prize at the competition." Mari Cahalane, Head of the BTYSTE, said, "As Ireland's representative at the EUCYS, Seán is an incredible advocate for Ireland's science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) sector and showcases the very best of the talent that comes from the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition each year. "Here at BT Ireland, we are all incredibly proud of Sean's achievements we would encourage as many students as possible to get their entries in for the BTYSTE 2025 before the deadline for applications closes at the end of the month. Not only will finalists have the chance to showcase their amazing ideas at Ireland's leading school STEM exhibition, BTYSTE, the overall winner will like Seán did this year, will represent Ireland at next year's EUCYS." Applications are open for the BTYSTE 2025 until 5 pm on September 27th and the 2025 Exhibition will take place from January 08-11 in Dublin. To enter, all students need to do is fill out an online application form and simply submit a one-page proposal outlining their idea. Qualified entries will be announced at the end of October and will be showcased at BTYSTE 2025 in January.

The winner of the 2024 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE), Seán O'Sullivan, is representing Ireland at EU Contest for Young Scientists. Seán's BTYSTE winning project, titled 'VerifyMe: A new approach to authorship attribution in the post-ChatGPT era', will be on display again at the EUCYS, from 9th - 14th September. An Taoiseach met with Seán at Government Buildings, Merrion Street Upper, Dublin to wish him good luck before he officially representsIreland at one of the biggest and most important student science fairs in the world. Each year, the EUCYS showcases the best of scientific achievement in the European Union and beyond, and over the past 34 years Ireland has had an exceptional track record in this competition, having won 17 first place prizes. Winners of the BTYSTE 2023, Liam Carew and Shane O'Connor, took home the runner-up prize at EUCYS 2023, and Seán is looking forward tocompeting against 250 young scientists from nearly 40 countries throughout the EU, as well as guest projects from the United States and beyond. Shay Walsh, Managing Director at BT Ireland said, "Not only is BT Ireland very proud to be custodians of the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, but each year our winners play an important role representing Ireland at one of the most important STEM events in Europe. "I would like to wish Seán the very best of luck at this year's EUCYS. His project demonstrates the exceptional talent and amazing project ideas on display at the BTYSTE, and we're really looking forward to cheering him on as he represents Ireland at EUCYS." See more stories here.

Jess is joined by Peter Hendrick of National Broadband Ireland for an update on the rollout of the National Broadband Plan. Mari Cahalane Head of BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition gives some tips for those contemplating taking part and Jess gives her first impressions of the Pixel 9 Pro.

Winners of the BT Young Scientist group project and Teagasc award, Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan students, Abigail and Erica O'Brien Murray and Olivia O'Shea, join us to discuss how we can save the common ash. For more episodes and information from the Environment Edge, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/environmentedge/

Former BTYSE winner Ciara Judge and I chat about her phenomenal journey, where she started winning awards at the age of just 13 to now attending high level meetings at the United Nations general assembly on pandemic preparedness and public health.

Caragh Killeen, a 6th year student from Doonbeg who attends St Joseph's Community College in Kilkee, was part of a group which won the Best Group award at the BT Young Scientist Business Bootcamp. To find out more about the project, Peter O'Connell spoke with Caragh Killeen, on Friday's Morning Focus.

A project that examines the bus routes at a local school to see whether they are operating in the most efficient way has been announced as the winner of the BT Young Scientist Business Bootcamp 2024. Now in its 15th year, the Bootcamp was set up by BT Ireland to support BTYSTE finalists with developing their project ideas into commercial enterprises under the guidance of BTYSTE alumni, BT Ireland mentors, and expert judges. The winning project developed by Ava Gaffney, a 4th year student from Ballinamore Community School, Leitrim, was originally developed as an entry in BTYSTE 2024 and examines the local bus routes to school to see whether or not they are operating in the most efficient way. Members of the winning group also included: Alec Hannan, a 5th year student from Gonzaga College, Dublin, Caragh Killeen, a 6th year student from St Joseph's Community College, Clare, and Séan Murphy, a 4th year student from Colaiste Mhuire, Westmeath. Harry O'Leary, a 5th year student from Gonzaga College, Dublin has been named as 'Best Individual' at the BT Young Scientist Business Bootcamp 2024. The BT Young Scientist Business Bootcamp delivered in partnership with Nova UCD, took place from March 4 - 7, and involved 26 students representing 10 counties, from across the island of Ireland. The participants were shortlisted from the prize winners at BTYSTE 2024, with six projects selected from the exhibition for the students to work on and develop at Bootcamp. The students engaged in a four-day intensive programme that included workshops on business development, marketing and commercialisation. They also had the opportunity to hear from BTYSTE alumni who have launched successful enterprises. On the final day the students pitched their project to expert panel of judges who volunteered their time. Judges this year included Shay Walsh, Managing Director of BT Ireland, Dr Tony Scott, co-founder of the BTYSTE, Catherine Howard, Vice President, Technology, at IDA Ireland, and Brian O'Donovan, Work and Technology Correspondent at RTÉ. Shay Walsh, Managing Director of BT Ireland, which organises the bootcamp, said, "Now in its 15th year, the BT Young Scientist Business Bootcamp provides finalists at the exhibition with the skills and insights to encourage them to turn their projects into commercial enterprises. "As the demand for STEM skills continue to grow each year, we know that the skills and advice that the students receive here will be instrumental in the development of Ireland's future workforce, ensuring that Ireland continues to drive innovation as a market leader." Pat Guiry, UCD Professor and Chair of the Young Scientist Charitable Trust said, "We were absolutely thrilled to host the students from the BT Young Scientist Business Bootcamp here at Nova UCD this week. Nova UCD is a hub for new ventures and entrepreneurs, making it a very fitting location for the next generation of future entrepreneurs to develop their project ideas into commercial enterprises. "I would like to extend my congratulations to the winners, and all those who took part, and wish them well as they continue throughout their education, and with their future careers." Since the Bootcamp began, several participants have gone on to become successful entrepreneurs, including Protex AI, betterexaminations.ie, and Evervault. For more information on the BT Young Scientist Business Bootcamp, please visit BTYS Business Bootcamp - BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition or follow @BTYSTE on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, or Snapchat (username BTYSTE). See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish...

Jim Wilson spoke to Éadaoin and Ciarán Farrell, Pupils St. Peter's Secondary School in Passage West, Co. Cork on their reseacrh project which was awarded First Place in the Biological & Ecological Sciences – Intermediate Group category in the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2024.

Fr Gerry Kenny presents this Sunday's Beyond Belief and speaks to Young Scientists from Kilkee who took part in the BT Young Scientist recently. Fr Gerry also finds out about St Brigid as we celebrate her 1500 year anniversary.

This week on Talking Technology David and Joe discuss all the big news from CES 2024 which took place in recent weeks. JP attended the BT Young Scientist exhibition and we hear from one of its visually impaired contributors. It's accessible gaming and noodles in tech news this week, and David becomes the Voice of a Talking Calculator in Quick Picks. We also have an appearance from a random Rabbit. Support the show

We're back in the bustling hub of the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition at the RDS. Join us for a whistletop tour through the exhibits and also an in studio discussion about the internet, AI and how it can be used for both good and bad in communicating the climate crisis. Part 2 next week.

Croom secondary school Colaiste Chiarain in Limerick welcome back student Sean O'Sullivan following his big win at this year's BT Young Scientist exhibition. Our Mid-West Correspondent, Cathy Halloran, was at the school

Louise Hickey and Francess McDonnell bring you the biggest stories of the week in Irish agriculture, which this week includes: ·      Agriland Fodder Survey: One third of farmers facing a shortage·      Lakeland increases milk price for December supplies·      ‘Big pressure' on contractors as slurry season approaches·      Value of Irish food exports down 4% in 2023·      Agri projects on display at BT Young Scientist ExhibitionDon't forget to rate, review and follow The Farming Week, Agriland's weekly review of Irish agriculture and visit Agriland.ie for more. 

Jess went along to Dublin's RDS for the 60th BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. She met with Shay Walsh of BT Ireland and some of the students taking part.

This is one of our most popular shows of the entire year where we visit the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition at the RDS in Dublin. Every year, we are just stunned by the ideas, the ways of thinking and often the pure genius of teenagers who will become the architects of our tomorrow. Remember, this is where the Collison brothers got their big break before going on to set up STRIPE one of the worlds biggest payment processors.So press play and check out what the future has in store, as Niall Kitson takes us to the RDS to discovered loads about AI, social media, dangerous gasses and a whole lot more!

Cork student Anne O'Donovan on her entry to this year's BT Young Scientist, a look at some of Cork's oldest businesses, and an update on Ray's Boyle's Sports bet. Cork, it's time to talk, weekdays from 9am. The Neil Prendeville Show on Red FM.

Thousands of students are taking part in this year's BT Young Scientist Exhibition.550 projects from 219 schools are being showcased in the exhibition hall at the RDS.Artificial intelligence, mental health and diversity are the common themes this year.Jess Kelly, Newstalk's Technology Correspondent visited the exhibition today and she joined Kieran on the show to discuss...

Eithne Dodd reports from the RDS where the 60th BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition gets underway today.

President Higgins opened the 2024 BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. The event brings together some of the country's brightest young minds as they compete to take home the title of BT Young Scientist & Technologist of the Year.

President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins was at the RDS Dublin today to officially open the 2024 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) and celebrate an incredibly special occasion for the event. BT Young Scientist returns to RDS This week, the exhibition celebrates its 60th anniversary, and over the last six decades, it has inspired generations of young people to put their interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) into action to find ways to improve the world. Today, over 1,100 secondary school student finalists and Ireland's future innovators, descended upon the RDS to set up and present their STEM-focused projects to a panel of 85 judges, as the first round of judging began. After officially opening the ceremony, President Michael D. Higgins toured the exhibition and heard from the participating students about their incredible projects. Speaking to Ireland's young scientists at today's opening ceremony, President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins said: "Science is a subject grounded in the betterment of society, in sustaining not only humanity's progress in addressing challenges, but in opening opportunities for a shared fulfilment. We must all remember that good science is critical to the ongoing pursuit of a more just, peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable world. As a young scientist, you will achieve the greatest impact when you locate your contribution within a commitment as a concerned and contributing global citizen. It is through the sharing of scientific ideas that we may share the joy of scientific discoveries that co-operation facilitates and ensure that the fruits of science can contribute solutions to the great global, social, economic and ecological challenges we face on our planet." Also today, the Executive Leaders Forum was held at the exhibition to raise awareness among businesses and organisations of one of the most pressing issues of our time - sustainability. Held in conjunction with Business in the Community Ireland, the event encouraged business leaders to accelerate their adoption of sustainable business practices and assess their investments in ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) initiatives. Business leaders also visited participating students stands, with many projects focused on environmental issues and climate change. Managing Director of BT Ireland, Shay Walsh, who also spoke at today's opening ceremony said:"It is an honour to raise the curtain on the 60th exhibition with an inspirational Opening Address by President Michael D Higgins for our brilliant participants. Not only has the co-founders' vision for the exhibition stood the test of time, but the exhibition has also expanded over the decades with additional elements such as the Primary Science Fair, Business Bootcamp, and bursaries for students. We are proud to have played an organising role for 24 years, and excited to have signed a new partnership for 2024-2026." Tomorrow, the 2024 exhibition officially opens its doors to visitors, judging will continue, and the Primary Science Fair, which runs alongside the BTYSTE and is an integral part of the event, will officially open with 55 primary schools showcasing their projects. A line-up of fantastic performances will also be taking place throughout the event, including a new show from Mark Langtry ('Mark the Science Guy'), 'Limitless.' Europe's leading clown performer Juanita will also perform, and a fully interactive 3D theatre show is among the programme's highlights. As well as all this, 50 stands from the BTYSTE's amazing partners will be set up around the RDS Dublin, including the Department of Education, Analog Devices, Amgen, Stripe, and RTÉ. Tickets to the BTYSTE can be purchased at https://ticketing.btyoungscientist.com or at the venue. Tickets are sold out for tomorrow morning, Thursday January 11, but are still available to visit in the afternoon, and on Friday January 12 as well as Saturday January 13. Visitors can plan their visit to...

Could our hopes for Eurovision lie in heavy metal tin whistle? Almost 60% of Irish people have never attended a female sporting event lidl share very interesting research into our attitudes around women in sport, we check in with the head of BT Young Scientist and technology exhibition Mari Culhane as the exhibition enters it's 60th year and the one that ended up in the bin? Friends script to be auctioned off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ours to Protect is a unique and exciting audio project – a collaboration of local and regional broadcasters from across the country who have come together to tackle climate change, champion climate action, and inform and educate audiences all over Ireland about how they can make a difference. Today on ‘Ours To Protect' John Morley talks to Elaine Nevin, National Director at ECO-UNESCO about encouraging environmentalism in young people.   Did you know… A survey conducted at BT Young Scientist 2023 found that more than half of Irish students say climate change worries or concerns them. 91% believe science and technology can help combat the crisis. Young women are more likely to rate the crisis as “very serious.” Why is it important to encourage environmentalism in young people… Sustainability: It fosters a sense of responsibility for the planet leading to a more sustainable future. Awareness: It raises awareness about pressing environmental issues, inspiring youth to act and advocate for positive change. Interconnectedness: Teaching environmentalism highlights the interconnectedness of ecosystems and the impact of human actions. What can I do to help support the promotion of environmentalism in young people? Education: Support environmental education in local schools and communities. Lead by Example: Practice habits to set a good example. Advocate for Policy Change: Support policies and legislation addressing environmental concerns and involving young people in advocacy efforts. Here's a few websites if you want to know more! https://ecounesco.ie/ - ECO UNESCO https://greenschoolsireland.org/ - Green Schools Ireland https://www.youngfoe.ie/ - Young Friends of the Earth For more info go over to galwaybayfm.ie, click on Our to Protect image on home page. You could try out the  ‘Ecological Footprint' calculator and you can take a quick survey. ‘Ours To Protect' brought to you by Galway Bay fm, the IBI and funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the television licence fee – check out ‘ours to protect.ie for more info.

Patch, the youth accelerator supported by Stripe, NDRC, and Dogpatch Labs, is set to announce its latest cohort for 2023. The accelerator, which began on July 5th, is made up of 16-21-year olds, with females making up 46% of this year's 31-strong cohort, marking the highest number in the programme's five-year history. Patch has also witnessed an increase in participation from across the country this year, with over 60% of participants coming from outside the Dublin Area, and Munster-natives accounting for one-quarter of the cohort. Patch has attracted renowned speakers and mentors to this year's programme, offering invaluable insights and guidance to the cohort, including fireside talks and Q&A sessions from Loyal founder, Celine Halioua, President of Product and Business at Stripe, Will Gaybrick, and Intercom founder, Des Traynor. The seven week accelerator will culminate with Demo Day in Dublin's Dogpatch Labs on August 17th, providing an opportunity for participants to present their remarkable projects and progress over the summer months. This year's cohort showcases projects that prioritise social impact, healthcare innovation, and sustainable solutions. It stands out as the most globally diverse and inclusive group to date with a range of projects building on the latest technology to drive change and innovation. Patch mentor Andreea Wade, Vice President of enterprise recruiting software iCIMS said, "Being part of this extraordinary programme that cultivates young minds to instigate enduring social change is truly incredible. The opportunity to witness firsthand the passion and talent that these young participants exhibit at such a pivotal point in their lives is deeply inspiring. As a mentor, I've realised it's more than just guiding them - it's about giving back, investing in the future, fostering new leaders". The cohort will also travel to London to learn about the fields of AI, venture capital and financial services. While there, they will visit the offices of industry giants such as Stability AI and Jane Street Capital to learn more about their work and how they can apply these skills to their own projects. Patch alumni also achieved remarkable success at this year's BT Young Scientist competition, securing eight prizes. Previous alumni include Mícheal McLaughlan, co-founder of Agtech firm CropSafe which recently raised $3m, and Diana Hrisovescu, who received the O'Shaughnessy Fellowship Grant worth $100,000 to develop Script - software which enables individuals to access government forms in their native language. "We are proud to operate as a non-profit organisation, generously supported by donors who recognise the significance of investing in the next generation of innovators. This backing allows Patch to provide invaluable resources, mentorship, and guidance to young talent who are keen to make a difference in their communities and beyond," shared Jack O'Regan Kenny, Managing Director of Patch. "As someone who has participated in Patch myself, I know first-hand the dedication required and world-class support you get as a young entrepreneur - it's invaluable to growing an idea in your phone notes, to something impactful". See more stories here. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

The BT Young Scientists Business Bootcamp took place this week for its 14th year of the annual event. The event allows students the commercialisation skills they need to develop their BT Young Scientist & Technology project ideas into viable businesses. Students from five Limerick schools were selected to take part and our own Méabh has been chatting with Mari Cahalane, Head of BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, Sadie Loftus from Salesian College Pallaskenry, and Sean O'Sullivan from Coláiste Chiaráin Croom. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roinneann an t-éiceolaí, Pól Mac Cana, a leideanna linn faoin bhealach gur féidir linn cuidiú le héin i láthair na huaire. Labhraíonn Séamus Mac Giolla Fhinnéin agus a iníon Caoimhe faoi bhua Ghleann Fhreabhail i gCraobh Shóisir na hÉireann sa chamógaíocht. Tá an nuacht is déanaí ag an iriseoir Niall Ó Gallchóir faoin choimhlint in Albain maidir le ceisteanna inscne. Cluineann muid ó na daltaí ó Mheánscoil Gharman a bhuaigh duais don togra Gaeilge is fearr sa taispeántas Eolaí Óg BT san RDS i mBaile Átha Cliath. Ecologist Pól Mac Cana shares his tips on how we can help birds at the moment. Seámus Mac Giolla Fhinnéin and his daughter Caoimhe talk to us about Na Brídíní Óga of Glenravel, Co. Antrim who are junior All-Ireland club champions since last week. BBC journalist Niall Ó Gallchóir has the latest on tensions in Scotland around gender issues. We hear from the students from Meánscoil Gharman, who won an award for best project in Irish at the BT Young Scientist in the RDS in Dublin.

Evie heads to the RDS to meet the young competitors in the 2023 BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition. Almost half of the projects dealt with clever solutions to the climate crisis. Too much to cover in one episode so part 2 coming next week. 

On Mondays Tipp Today, Fran began by speaking to the winners of this years BT Young Scientist exhibition, with the winning students Abbey CBS Tipp town, Derek McCarthy spoke to us live from the US following his revelations of the horrific abuse he suffered as a student at Rockwell college. Cllr Davy Dunne update on St Brigids, John G O'Dwyer gave us tips for taking up walking in 23', Thomas Conway takes a look at Global news this week, Lorna Butler on Blue Monday, Paul gave a recap on the weekends sport and Gina Dale Hayes pops in for a chat ahead f her upcoming Tipp show!

This week Jess meets the co-founder of the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. Derek Reilly of Nevo.ie has all the EV news from CES. We hear about consumer trends when it comes to buying refurbished devices.

From finding out if napping is good for us to how much stress Mario Kart causes. Andrew Lowth from the Today FM Newsroom joined Dermot and Dave to chat through some of the projects that are being shown by Irish students at the BT Young Scientist Exhibition in Dublin.

Aengus Cox reports from the RDS where the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition gets underway today. He speaks to students taking part as well as Mari Cahalane, Head of the Exhibition and Dr. Tony Scott, co-founder of the event.

Tomorrow sees the start of the BT young scientist of the Year. Over 200 schools and 1100 young men and women will be showing off some clever inventions which will renew our faith in the up-and-coming generation. After 59 years, it's become one of the leading STEM exhibitions in Europe and it will give Shay Walsh the Managing Director of BT Ireland an early look at the talent that he may need to hire in the future. Shay spoke to Joe this morning on the show ahead of the exhibition.

Episode 30: Conor meets Tony Scott, co-founder and driving force behind the Young Scientist Exhibition. The brainchild of himself and his great friend Fr Tom Burke as far back as 1965 and now known as the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, the event is back in person in the RDS this year. Tony continues to lead and inspire the next generation. They talk about the event and how the Young Scientist winners are chosen, and he fondly remembers Fr Tom as he reflects on the long-running success.

The Christmas dinner the most anticipated meal of the year but it doesnt always go to plan listeners share their Christmas dinner stories, the BT Young Scientist and technology exhibition is back in person Mari Cahalane had all the details plus the importance of detoxing from social media at Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BT Young Scientist 2022 winners Aditya Joshi and Aditya Kumar will represent Ireland at the 2022 EU Contest for Young Scientists (EUCYS) taking place in Leiden, Netherlands, this week from 13 to 18 September 2022. Joshi and Kumar, 4th and 5th-year students from Synge Street, Dublin, will present their BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) 2022 winning project, entitled “A New Method of Solving the Bernoulli Quadrisection Problem'', which was presented in the chemical, physical and mathematical sciences category at the 2022 exhibition. The students presented a new approach to this problem that dates back to 1687, while also identifying areas of possible application in contemporary engineering. They will compete against students from EU member states and other guest countries, including USA, Canada, and South Korea, who also participate in this prestigious event. Taoiseach Micheál Martin invited the students and their families to meet him at Government Buildings where he wished them will at the European contest and in their future careers. Shay Walsh, Managing Director of BT Ireland said, ‘Our BTYSTE judges were extremely impressed by Joshi and Kumar's fantastic project last January, and I have no doubt they will impress judges in Europe too. ‘Ireland's track record of sending projects from the BTYSTE to EUCYS is exceptional with 16 first places in 32 years, but to even have the opportunity to showcase what our young minds can do at the EU contest is a prize in itself. I wish Joshi and Kumar the very best of luck in the Netherlands this week.' Speaking ahead of their trip, Aditya Joshi and Aditya Kumar said, ‘Being involved in the BTYSTE from January until now has been amazing, and to now go to EUCYS and represent Ireland is the cherry on top and we're super excited. We hope the judges are impressed with our project, and we're looking forward to seeing all the other projects that will be there from countries around the world.' The winners of EUCYS will be announced Saturday, 17 September. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

Annie Madden, the co-founder of FenuHealth, has won Enterprise Ireland's 2022 Student Entrepreneur Awards. The University College Cork student was presented with the award at a ceremony at Trinity College Dublin. FenuHealth FenuHealth, which is based in Co Meath, produces powdered supplements that are added to feed to help prevent and resolve stomach problems in horses and ponies. The business was built on work done by sisters Annie and Kate Madden as transition year students taking part in the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. FenuHealth offers a range of 9 products and currently exports to 15 countries as well as counting five royal families among its customers. FenuHealth was one of ten finalists at the awards and the team received €10,000 as part of the Enterprise Ireland student prize. The Madden sisters will also receive mentoring from Enterprise Ireland to develop the commercial viability of their products. The Enterprise Ireland's Student Entrepreneur Awards This is the 41st year of Enterprise Ireland's Student Entrepreneur Awards, which are co-sponsored by Cruickshank, Grant Thornton and the Local Enterprise Offices. The awards are open to all third-level institutions across the country. The Cruickshank High Achieving Merit Award went to Claire Finnegan of Rollagen. Representing St. Angela's College, Sligo, she received a prize of €5,000 for her sports recovery and injury prevention food product. The Grant Thornton High Achieving Merit Award and €5,000 went to Recapture One, the cloud-based multimedia company specializing in the development of personalised bereavement memorials developed by South East Technological University student Alannah Pardy. The Local Enterprise Office High Achieving Merit Award and €5,000 went to NutrixBix, by Goodness Oats, which has developed a range of artisinal, oat-based cookies designed specifically for nursing mothers. The company was founded by Rachel McDonnell of St. Angela's College, Sligo. Ronan McArt and Roisin Lydon, lecturers at St. Angela's College, Sligo, won the Enterprise Ireland Academic Award. Along with the prize money, the winners will also share in a €30,000 consultancy fund that will enable them to turn their ideas into a commercial reality. Speaking at the awards ceremony at Trinity College Dublin, Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Robert Troy TD, said: “Congratulations to all the participants in this year's Student Entrepreneur Awards. The calibre of the entries this year are a credit to the student entrepreneurs and their institutions. The projects presented today address a range of challenges facing Irish society from sustainability and the environment to health and wellness with innovative solutions to not only meet the needs of an Irish market but with potential global appeal also. Today's Awards highlight a vibrant and thriving entrepreneurial spirit within Ireland's universities and colleges across the country, and I look forward to following each of the entrants on their entrepreneurial journeys over the coming months and years.” Richard Murphy, Manager LEO Support, Policy & Co-ordination Unit, Enterprise Ireland said: “It is great to be able to host this event in person once again. The Enterprise Ireland Student Entrepreneur Awards represent an important starting point for many as they embark on their entrepreneurial journey. The competition provides these students with a platform to explore their innovative business ideas and the opportunity to turn these ideas into thriving businesses. Fostering the next generation of Irish entrepreneurs is a priority for us at Enterprise Ireland and the Local Enterprise offices and it is great to be here on what is the 41st rendition of these awards. Congratulations to each student team and college that participated.” More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Irelan...

A natural solution to a major problem - how can nematodes help towards meeting European commission targets of a 50% reduction in the use of pesticides in the next decade? Winner of the Teagasc award at the BT Young Scientist competition 2022, Johannah Pigott and her teacher Joanne Corkery from Coláiste Treasa, Kanturk, Co. Cork, join Deirdre and Cathal on the latest episode of the Environment Edge to discuss just that. For more episodes and information from the Environment Edge, visit the show page at: https://www.teagasc.ie/environmentedge/

Live 95's Megan Thornton chats to Scoil Pol students in Kilfinane Daniel Gammel, Aisling Daly and Shane Shinnors along with their teacher Aisling O'Connor about their winning entry in this year's BT young scientist See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jess chats with Alex Cooney of CyberSafeKids about the Online Safety and Media Regulation bill. Aoibheann Mangan talks about her project for the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. Colin Baker explains what you need to know about a gaming PC.

President Higgins is a great supporter of the BT Young Scientist & Technologist exhibition, praising it for encouraging young people to push the boundaries outwards and applying their creative energy and curiosity to a constant exploration of how the world around them can be improved. The President has often paid tribute to the competition, for its ability to provide a platform for young people to showcase their talents, saying it is “at the pinnacle of scientific achievement and discovery amongst young people worldwide”. https://president.ie/en/diary/details/president-officially-opens-the-bt-young-scientist-technology-exhibition-2022

How old do you need to be to start a tech company that investors will take seriously? 25? 23? 20? Today we talk to a couple of young Irish tech founders who are making waves at a very young age. Greg Tarr is 18 and the CEO and founder of an artificial intelligence firm called Inferex. Having won this year's BT Young Scientist competition, Tarr received six-figure job offers and dropped out of secondary school. He is now skipping college (because it's “a waste of time”) to focus on his firm, which has already raised €1.25m. Adrian also speaks to Sean Finnegan, who is 20 and is currently raising money for his e-receipt software company, Receipt Relay.

Mari Cahalane is a passionate advocate of STEM education for young people. She has been involved in the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition since BT took over the sponsorship in 2000 and is the head of this magnificent STEM initiative. Leading a team in BT and externally to deliver the event on behalf of a charitable trust. In the almost 60 year history over 50,000, project ideas have been submitted by over 100,000 participants.

Greg Tarr is a Machine Learning Engineer who won the 2021 BT Young Scientist & Tech Exhibition. In this episode of Cybercrime Radio, he joins host Hillarie McClure to discuss how deepfake technology isn't just impacting celebrities and public figures anymore via the widespread availability of iOS app technology available to the public-at-large. To learn more about BTYSTE, you can visit https://btyoungscientist.com • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

Greg Tarr won the 2021 BT Young Scientist & Tech Exhibition, which is an annual STEM competition that involves students from throughout Ireland. Greg developed deepfake detection software that utilizes AI to detect state-of-the-art deepfakes, helping to combat a growing cybersecurity threat. Listen to learn more about Greg's award-winning software, why deepfakes are on the rise, and what's ahead for the talented young cyber warrior. To learn more about BTYSTE, you can visit https://btyoungscientist.com • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com/

On the programme we continue our weekly look at the world of agriculture and food...Payments of over 1 billion euro or 25% from the EU Brexit Fund in 2021 have been announced , the farming sector makes its pitch for funds...An extension of the Covid-19 TB testing protocol is in place until the 1st of April , but what does it involve ...Covid Level-5 restrictions continue and there is a renewed appeal to the farming community to play their part ...A West Cork student has won the ABP Farm Safety Award at the 2021 BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition...The Forest Owners Co-operative Society highlights the effects of Ash Dieback Disease..and ....Farm Talk`s John O`Connor looks at stories making the agri news this week...Farm Talk kindly sponsored by Dairygold is aired every Saturday at 10am to 11am and on Wednesdays between 10pm and 11pm. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Covids 3rd wave - one worried Mums story .. Dr David Nabarro from WHO tells us how they are dealing with the surge.. Cork's BT Young Scientist of The Year, Gregory Tarr,on his remarkable project .. rescuing an icebound swan from The Lough & there's lots more See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Joe chats to John Loftus, Senior Communications and Engagement Manager at BT Ireland and Laurel Hill student Lucy Noonan about this year's BT Young Scientist awards and Lucy's project she did with Joanna Ryan around Optimizing leg splint orthotics for individuals with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jess chats to Dr Tony Scott about 56 years of the BT Young Scientist and John Reilly looks ahead to the biggest gaming titles of 2021.

Listen back as St Anne's Secondary School students, Ava O'Sullivan and Aileen O'Farrell talk to Michael Brophy about their fascinating projects which have made it through to this year's BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition.

Dr Tony Scott, co-founder of the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition, discusses the competition going virtual for the first time in 57 years.

This Episode showcases all the amazing ways the school kids of Ireland are coming up with solutions to Climate Change. We went to the enormous melting pot of Ideas that is the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2020.

The first of two special episodes from the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition in Dublin in January 2020. Kaye Burgess - a molecular microbiologist based at Teagasc Food Research Centre in Ashtown - describes her work helping to develop a range of farm practices that can combine to minimise antimicrobial resistance. Luis Lopez-Sangil - a soil scientist based at Teagasc Johnstown Castle - talks about how soil can provide us with a win-win of reducing carbon emissions and improving soil quality and crop yields. André Brodkorb - a food chemist based at the Teagasc Food Research Centre in Moorepark - talks about his work developing laboratory models that simulate human digestion to add value to foods and reduce environmental impacts. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sean-duke/message

This week's Ecolution showcases all the amazing ways the school kids of Ireland are coming up with solutions to Climate Change. We went to the enormous melting pot of Ideas that is the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2020.

Ray was chatting to the two Cork Students Cormac & Alan were named winners of winners of the 56th BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition.

Adam Kelly became BT Young Scientist & Technologist of the Year and the winner of SciFest in Ireland. He won First, Best of Category Award in Systems Software and the Dudley R Herschbach SIYSS Award at Intel ISEF 2019 (Adam is going to attend the Nobel Prize Ceremony and Festivities this December). He has recently won First Prize of 7,000 Euros at EUCYS in Sofia, where we recorded and filmed! our conversation. His software has direct applications in the verification of quantum devices; quantum algorithm design and investigations of quantum supremacy. Adam developed a novel method for state vector simulation. Unlike current tools, this enables the use of both hardware acceleration and distributed systems. The developments create a coherent approach towards the simulation of quantum circuits, that can be used by any researcher to improve the simulation process for any quantum circuit. Now you can tune into us on YouTube! along with ApplePodcasts, iTunes, Spotify and SoundCloud. Like, subscribe and follow the pod if you wanna take a few moments of science with us! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPkrzY9E6Lg&feature=youtu.be Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dropthestempodcast/?modal=admin_todo_tour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropthestempodcast/ @dropthestempodcast EUCYS project: https://eucys.eu/projects-2019/yoptimised-simulation-of-general-quantum-circuits/

Pupils from Ard Scoil Rís tell the Limerick Post about their projects for this year's competition. by Cian Reinhardt cian@limerickpost.ie #KeepingLimerickPosted

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For details, see http://www.president.ie/en/diary/details/president-hosts-a-reception-for-individuals-and-organisations-in-s.t.e.m Each St. Patrick's Day, President and Sabina Higgins host and event to celebrate an area of excellence in Irish life. This year, the President hosted a reception at Áras an Uachtaráin to acknowledge the special contribution made by citizens who have excelled in science and its application to Irish life. Since his inauguration in 2011, President Higgins has used many occasions to highlight the potential of science and scientific discoveries to find solutions to the world’s greatest problems, such as climate change, global hunger and environmental degradation. He is a regular visitor at the BT Young Scientist festival, and as former Minister for Arts, he has often highlighted the many links between science and creativity.

Details via http://www.president.ie/en/diary/details/president-officially-opens-the-bt-young-scientist-and-technology-exhibition

Technology Podcast Episode 56: January 2017Stuart meets Eleanor Murchan, a transition year student from Navan, who is entering this year's BT Young Scientist competition.Sharon Lyons is back, this time to officially launch her new website, and we learn that there's more to Sharon's Shortcuts than a slot on this podcast!Finally, Joan O'Donnell, Siobhan Long and Christina McCarthy feature on recordings that we made at the recent launch of an Assistive Technology Discussion Paper, jointly authored by Enable Ireland and the Disability Federation of Ireland.Support the show (https://www.ncbi.ie/supporting-us/donate-now/)

Presented and produced by Seán Delaney. This week I bring you the second part of my interview with Jack Whitehead on the topic of Living Educational Theory and Action Research. You can find out more about Jack Whitehead's work at his website http://actionresearch.net Jack Whitehead was in Ireland to address a meeting of Educational Action Research in Ireland (EARI). I also bring you a short report from the 2016 BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition. The report was done by my colleague on 103.2 Dublin City FM, Alex Gibson, who presents The Persuaders every Friday at 1pm.

Irish Farmers Journal news editor met minister for agriculture, Simon Coveney, for his last interview before the general election, to be published in this week’s edition and at www.farmersjournal.ie. He asked him about the challenges he faced in the past five years, late farm payments and progress at the beef forum.Bord Bia has released its report on Irish food exports for 2015, showing 3% growth to a record €10.8bn. The agency is also to open new offices in Singapore and Warsaw. Chief executive Aidan Cotter answers digital editor Thomas Hubert's questions. Kevin Grier of Market Analysis and Consulting Inc. told news journalist Odile Evans that exporting beef to America may not be as straightforward as it seems.Northern Ireland correspondent Peter McCann met Paul Temple, chair of cereals and oilseed at the UK Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board, to get his views on the evolution of grain prices and profitability on tillage farms. Carbon emissions are becoming increasingly important in the way consumers choose their food, and livestock farming has a bad reputation in this area. But Dr John Hyland of Teagasc told Odile Evans that shifting away from meat and dairy is not a solution for environmentally conscious consumers. Ciaran Lenehan talks improving relationships with factories, synchronising cattle and why a breeding focused agenda works for him. Online journalist Amy Fitzgibbon met Diana Bura and Maria Louise Fufezan from Balbriggan in Co Dublin, who won the top prize at the BT Young Scientist exhibition for researching enzymes in animal feed.And Irish Country Living consumer editor Ciara Leahey has advice to help you get your personal finances in order this new year.

Irish Farmers Journal news editor met minister for agriculture, Simon Coveney, for his last interview before the general election, to be published in this week’s edition and at www.farmersjournal.ie. He asked him about the challenges he faced in the past five years, late farm payments and progress at the beef forum.Bord Bia has released its report on Irish food exports for 2015, showing 3% growth to a record €10.8bn. The agency is also to open new offices in Singapore and Warsaw. Chief executive Aidan Cotter answers digital editor Thomas Hubert's questions. Kevin Grier of Market Analysis and Consulting Inc. told news journalist Odile Evans that exporting beef to America may not be as straightforward as it seems.Northern Ireland correspondent Peter McCann met Paul Temple, chair of cereals and oilseed at the UK Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board, to get his views on the evolution of grain prices and profitability on tillage farms. Carbon emissions are becoming increasingly important in the way consumers choose their food, and livestock farming has a bad reputation in this area. But Dr John Hyland of Teagasc told Odile Evans that shifting away from meat and dairy is not a solution for environmentally conscious consumers. Ciaran Lenehan talks improving relationships with factories, synchronising cattle and why a breeding focused agenda works for him. Online journalist Amy Fitzgibbon met Diana Bura and Maria Louise Fufezan from Balbriggan in Co Dublin, who won the top prize at the BT Young Scientist exhibition for researching enzymes in animal feed.And Irish Country Living consumer editor Ciara Leahey has advice to help you get your personal finances in order this new year.

Ireland's Maths Problem; Shape-shifting implants; Mobile defibrillator IMAGE: A smartphone, such as this iphone, could be converted into a mobile defibrillator, according to Belvedere College science students [Credit: Gizmodo] What's it all about? Electroactive Polymers, or EAPs, are materials that change shape in response to electricity. These have potential for use as futuristic medical devices, for use, for example, in people with cardiovascular disease. Frank Stam of the Tyndall National Institute tells us more.  The question is?  The latest OECD report on maths standards shows Ireland has slipped into the bottom half of the league table when it comes to maths standards among developed nations. We ask Dr Sara McMurry, a retired physicist from TCD, and the author of a new book called 'Mathematics as a language' where she thinks we are going wrong.  Inventive minds We talk this week to two Belvedere College students, Owen Killian and Lucas Grange, that will be exhibiting their idea for a smartphone defibrillator at the upcoming BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition  To contact the show with comments, suggestions or suggests, email: sciencespinning@dublincityfm.ie To SUBSCRIBE to receive a podcast of the show each week, simply email the word 'SUBSCRIBE' to sciencespinning@dublincityfm.ie Thanks for listening Sean Duke, Presenter & Producer, Science Spinning on 103.2 Dublin City FM.