Matrix Chair Robert Hill attended the NI Affairs Committee at Westminster, giving evidence on the theme of Economic Growth in Northern Ireland: new and emerging sectors, alongside David Quinn (Belfast Region City Deal, QUB), Prof Paul Bartholomew (Ulster University) and Stuart Anderson (NI Chamber). Simultaneously members of the Matrix panel [...]
The latest Matrix report has highlighted areas in which N Ireland can build upon its reputation as a centre of excellence in photonics and laser technologies, providing vital capability to support innovation in areas such as: communications, manufacturing, biomedical imaging, and quantum computing. The 'Photonics and Lasers Capability report was [...]
Economy Minister, Dr Caoimhe Archibald launched a comprehensive report which highlights the AI potential for significant economic benefits, while adapting to the widescale impact of AI. The Matrix foresight study is entitled ‘AI and the Future of Work in Northern Ireland’. It also highlights the transformative impact of artificial [...]
Matrix’s panel members and secretariat team attended The 2024 Airshow in Portrush, accompanied by Sam Dodds, a Student Placement in the Department For the Economy. Sam has documented his thoughts of the weekend below: Recently I had the opportunity to attend the NI International Airshow in Portrush as part [...]
Want to Join Matrix? Matrix, the Northern Ireland Science Industry Panel, is excited to announce that it is seeking six new industry members to join its panel. This appointment competition is part of Matrix’s ongoing commitment to fostering innovation and economic development through strategic advice on the commercial exploitation of [...]
Matrix and the Secretariat are delighted to see that Rob Grundy, former Chair of Matrix, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s Birthday Honours for his outstanding contributions to science, technology, and innovation policy development. Rob joined Matrix in 2012 and became Chair in 2018. During his tenure, he [...]
Introduction to Matrix Connects "Matrix Connects" is an exciting new series of case studies by Matrix, spotlighting groundbreaking advancements in STEM across Northern Ireland. We are thrilled to present our first ever case study, featuring Empatheyes, an innovative social enterprise founded by Sara McCracken, that is making waves with their [...]
Northern Ireland stands on the cusp of a significant transformation in the Life and Health Sciences (LHS) sector, driven by strategic investments and collaborative initiatives underpinned by the City and Growth Deals. Today, MATRIX - the Northern Ireland Science Industry Panel released a critical foresight study that explores the sector's [...]
Matrix, Northern Ireland's science industry panel, today announced the launch of our eagerly anticipated report, "Future Skills: Scenarios for the NI Economy." This landmark study provides a comprehensive analysis of the evolving skills landscape in Northern Ireland, addressing the critical nexus of innovation, technology, and education. The report is launched [...]
Matrix's Secretariat team attended BelTech 2024, accompanied by Luc Santos Kelly, a Student Placement in the Department For the Economy. Luc has documented his thoughts of the experience below: This year, I had the opportunity to attend BelTech 2024, an event hosted by industry experts and thought leaders, with [...]
Since its formation in 2007 Matrix has had the good fortune to have been chaired by a series of influential and committed people and the last several years have been no different. Unfortunately, our current chair Rob Grundy, has reached the end of his tenure and will be leaving the [...]
Matrix is proud to sponsor the Northern Ireland Science Festival which continued it's amazing program with an electrifying display of scientific prowess and communicative skill. FameLab recently held its Northern Ireland live final at the Ulster Sports Club in Belfast. The competition has quickly become a hallmark for emerging science [...]