Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has launched a major new report highlighting how engineering biology can drive economic growth, improved health outcomes and environmental benefits for Northern Ireland. Engineering Biology in Northern Ireland: A Strategic Roadmapping Study is the first integrated framework for developing the region’s engineering biology capability, focused [...]
Northern Ireland has a real opportunity to strengthen its position as a leading Regulatory Technology (RegTech) hub. We are currently exploring the potential for a dedicated RegTech half-day workshop, in collaboration with Invest Northern Ireland. As we continue to engage with colleagues across industry, government and academia following the Matrix 'Regulatory [...]
Thirteen local advanced manufacturing companies have signed up for the unique opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge needed to enter and compete in the high value global space industry, with the support of NI Space in spearheading efforts to position Northern Ireland at the forefront of the UK growing [...]
We are calling on innovators, students, and professionals to join us in creating impactful solutions as part of an event with the NI Science Festival. Matrix is hosting a Hackathon, to 'Hack to the Future'. It will be a dynamic one day event 21 February held at Ulster University, Belfast. [...]
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 [...]
Tom Gray presented the findings from 'AI and the future of work in Northern Ireland' at the recent AICON event held at Titanic Belfast. As Chair of the report he commenced his presentation stating "AI is not coming to Northern Ireland—it's already here, reshaping how we work, compete, and create [...]
The UK Space Agency made a funding announcement at the recent UKSA conference, with NI Space as one of the 10 cluster organisations to benefit from a £1.6 million investment. Enabling NI SPACE to enhance engagement and collaboration with the public sector. In a report entitled 'Size and Health of [...]
Matrix held an AI themed plenary session at the end of June chaired by Patricia O'Hagan (Matrix, Deputy Chair), at the Innovation Factory. There were insightful presentations from David Crozier and Donnacha Kirk (AICC), Henry Lane (Firetail) and Patrick McIlveen (Catalyst) to inform a lively discussion with our panel members, [...]
Matrix discussed its latest foresight report at the recent All-Ireland Sustainability Summit at ICC Belfast with over 220 delegates in attendance. The Decarbonisation of the NI Built Environment report, commissioned by Matrix NI on behalf of the Department for the Economy, outlines recommendations to further the achievement of net zero [...]
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has launched a foresight report which outlines recommendations to move towards the decarbonisation of Northern Ireland’s built environment by 2050. The Decarbonisation of the NI Built Environment report, commissioned by Matrix NI on behalf of the Department for the Economy, sets out strategies to [...]
The highly successful ISAM Conference 2025 took place at the ICC Belfast | Waterfront Hall | Ulster Hall (4 - 5 June), bringing together nearly 350 thought leaders and innovators for an inspiring and impactful event on 'In Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing'. Organised by the UK Space Agency and Satellite [...]
Introducing the ‘Future Focus’ video series by Matrix Panel members provide an insight into their experience and sectoral interests in this short video series. They explore their role as panel members, focus on the future and the evolving opportunities that Northern Ireland is well placed to grasp and harness [...]