L-R Charlie Tuxworth (Matrix panel member), Dr Katrina Thompson (Matrix panel member), Eoin McFadden (Head of Matrix Secretariat) Henny Sands (Head of Telecommunications, UK Space Agency) Matrix NI - the Northern Ireland Science Industry panel, has launched an insightful and comprehensive research study at the inaugural Responsible Innovation Conference recently [...]
Matrix NI plenary meeting in session at Catalyst Innovation Centre, Belfast Matrix, Northern Ireland's Science and Industry Advisory Panel, is delighted to announce the appointment of eight new members, bringing a wealth of expertise to enhance innovation and economic growth in the region. The new members include leaders across life [...]
Matrix NI plenary meeting at Catalyst Innovation Centre, Belfast Matrix NI -the Northern Ireland Science Industry panel, has recently appointed eight new panel members reaffirming its commitment to innovation and collaboration in Northern Ireland. Professor Helen McCarthy (Chief Scientific and Technology Adviser) has also been welcomed as a new ex [...]
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 [...]
The largest air show on the island of Ireland will make an action-packed return to Causeway Coast and Glens this September with a spectacular aerobatic performance from Airbourne Pyrotechnics. The NI International Air Show 2024, organised by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council, will welcome spectators to the seaside town [...]
Robert Hill is the Chair of the Northern Ireland Space Leadership Council and the Northern Ireland Space Special Interest Group (NISSIG) hosted by ADS. He has spearheaded the campaign to bring space sector opportunities to the region and authored and coordinated the development of the Northern Ireland Space Strategy, endorsed [...]
A visual timeline highlighting the panel's activities and achievements throughout 2023.
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 [...]
As we bid farewell to one of our members, Brian McMahon, it is with great appreciation and admiration for his contributions to the Matrix panel. Brian's departure marks the end of an era, but his legacy in technology entrepreneurship will continue to inspire us. Brian brought to the table a [...]
Matrix Launches its latest report at the 2023 UK Space Conference Matrix opened proceedings at the 2023 UK Space Conference on 21st November by launching its latest foresight report, Advanced Wireless Networks (AWN). Head of the Northern Ireland Civil Service, Jayne Brady spoke to attendees and officially welcomed the Advanced [...]
Advanced Wireless Networks can offer transformative benefits for Northern Ireland citizens, businesses, and public services. A new report published today by Matrix, the Northern Ireland Science Industry Panel, shows that Northern Ireland is well-positioned to reap the rewards of Advanced Wireless Networks, if they are effectively deployed. The Report, produced [...]
Seven staff from the SBRI team were at the NICON22 conference held at La Mon hotel in October 2022. This was the first time for the SBRI programme to be showcased at the event. Both the information stand in the exhibition hall and the “wicked witch” themed Café Conversation were [...]