WiSAR Lab and Technology Gateway

🎄 Wishing all our colleagues, clients and friends a very happy Christmas from everyone at the WiSAR Lab. 🎅 Nollaig shona daoibh go léir.

🎄 Wishing all our colleagues, clients and friends a very happy Christmas from everyone at the WiSAR Lab. 🎅 Nollaig shona daoibh go léir.

The website for the Interreg Northern Periphery and Arctic project, Tech2Heal, is now live! The Tech2Heal project focuses on leveraging technology to improve healthcare delivery and accessibility in remote and rural areas. It aims to develop innovative solutions that address health disparities, promote well-being, and enhance the quality of care through digital tools and cross-border collaboration. Led by WiSAR at ATU Donegal, the project brings together partners from various countries in the Northern Periphery and Arctic region to share expertise, resources, and ideas including University of Oulu, Region Västerbotten, Sweden, the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health and University Hospital of North Norway. Through these efforts, Tech2Heal supports the creation of sustainable and efficient healthcare models tailored to the unique challenges of these regions, including geographical isolation, limited resources, and an aging population. Visit https://lnkd.in/eFHHXPiz to stay updated with the latest project news, events, and information.

*Driving Innovation Through Collaboration: The Power of Connecting Industry and Research* In a world where innovation is key to tackling global challenges, the role of collaboration between research and industry has never been more vital. This recent article in *The Irish Times* highlights how Enterprise Ireland is bridging the gap between cutting-edge academic research and real-world industry needs, ensuring Ireland remains at the forefront of innovation and competitiveness. As someone who has worked extensively in **Research & Innovation (R & I)**, I’ve seen first-hand how partnerships between academia and industry can unlock transformational opportunities. It’s not just about technology transfer—it’s about creating a shared vision where talent, expertise, and resources combine to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change. At Atlantic Technological University we’ve been proud to contribute to this ecosystem, securing significant funding to build strategic partnerships and support pioneering research through our technology gateways such as WiSAR Lab and Technology Gateway and our EDIH Data2Sustain. By focusing on the potential of our researchers and forging relationships with forward-thinking companies, we aim to play our part in strengthening Ireland’s position as a global leader in innovation. It’s not always easy, but when the pieces come together, the results can be incredible. #Innovation #ResearchAndInnovation #Collaboration #IrishIndustry #Impact

🗣️ WiSAR PhD student Mahbloos Khan showcased her research titled "Integration of Body-Worn Sensors with Industry 4.0 Actuator Systems and Control” at the ATU Rapid Research Relay event last week. ⏰ Participants had just three minutes to present their research ideas, fostering a dynamic and innovative exchange of knowledge. 👏 It was inspiring to see the diverse range of research being showcased across ATU. Special thanks to the ATU Postgraduate Research Society for organising this fantastic event. Sahar Saleh | Dr Nick Timmons

*Driving Innovation Through Collaboration: The Power of Connecting Industry and Research* In a world where innovation is key to tackling global challenges, the role of collaboration between research and industry has never been more vital. This recent article in *The Irish Times* highlights how Enterprise Ireland is bridging the gap between cutting-edge academic research and real-world industry needs, ensuring Ireland remains at the forefront of innovation and competitiveness. As someone who has worked extensively in **Research & Innovation (R & I)**, I’ve seen first-hand how partnerships between academia and industry can unlock transformational opportunities. It’s not just about technology transfer—it’s about creating a shared vision where talent, expertise, and resources combine to solve complex problems and drive meaningful change. At Atlantic Technological University we’ve been proud to contribute to this ecosystem, securing significant funding to build strategic partnerships and support pioneering research through our technology gateways such as WiSAR Lab and Technology Gateway and our EDIH Data2Sustain. By focusing on the potential of our researchers and forging relationships with forward-thinking companies, we aim to play our part in strengthening Ireland’s position as a global leader in innovation. It’s not always easy, but when the pieces come together, the results can be incredible. #Innovation #ResearchAndInnovation #Collaboration #IrishIndustry #Impact

🦾 Did you know that Enterprise Ireland Innovation Vouchers are now worth €10,000 of time with an expert researcher to help you develop an idea or product, or crack a business or technical challenge? 💶 Co-funded vouchers are also available to cover project costs of up to €20,000, allowing a company to contribute 50% of the project costs. 📩 Contact us today to kickstart your innovation project at info@wisar.ie #EUinmyregion

🤝 WiSAR Hosts European Delegates for WeSTEMEU Study Visit on Gender Inclusivity in STEM 👩🔬 The Interreg Europe WeSTEMEU project, focused on advancing gender inclusivity in STEM across Europe, recently held a two-day study visit in Letterkenny, coordinated by the WiSAR Lab at ATU Donegal. The event brought together stakeholders from academia, industry, and government to share best practices and strengthen interregional collaboration. The four-year project (2023–2027), led by Igualada City Council in Spain, unites partners from seven European countries with a €1.7 million budget. In Ireland, it is managed locally by ATU Donegal’s WiSAR Lab, with Donegal County Council as an associate partner. Delegates participated in stakeholder events, site visits, and case study exchanges, emphasising the importance of partnerships in addressing gender gaps in STEM. Highlights included Donegal ETB’s Errigal College STEM lab, Welditz Ltd.’s inclusivity initiatives, and regional programs like Ulster University’s Atlantic Futures, which supports women entrepreneurs. The visit concluded with a workshop on work-life balance, featuring discussions on flexible practices and digitalization. “The Letterkenny visit has provided invaluable insights into how local innovation can inform broader European policies. The engagement, collaboration, and ideas exchanged here set a benchmark for fostering gender inclusivity in STEM right across the EU,” remarked project leader Dr Nick Timmons of WiSAR, ATU. “As the project progresses, insights from the Letterkenny visit will continue to shape initiatives aimed at breaking down barriers for women in STEM across Europe, strengthening networks, and establishing best practices for future policy.” Dr Shagufta Henna of ATU highlighted the importance of the visit, stating: “Hosting this international delegation underscores ATU’s commitment to fostering inclusivity and innovation in STEM. By sharing ideas and strategies, we’re taking tangible steps towards breaking down gender barriers in education and employment.” 🔗 More: https://lnkd.in/eiM2qpS4

🌍 WiSAR’s Generative AI Series Expands to France Under ENAIBLER Project 🖥️ Following the resounding success of WiSAR’s "ChatGPT: Large Language Models for Small to Medium Enterprises" series, the initiative was adapted for a French audience under the ENAIBLER project. ✨ Victor Vila, Data & AI Project Manager at ARNia, Agence Régionale du Numérique et de l'intelligence artificielle and a key stakeholder in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Region, were inspired by the WiSAR led AI workshop held during the ENAIBLER meeting in Donegal, Ireland. 🗣️ Drawing from this experience, Victor facilitated a workshop on generative AI at the Create Tomorrow (Créer Demain) event on November 28, 2024. Victor’s session, Introduction to Generative AI, directly built upon the Donegal workshop. He adapted the content to meet the needs of a French business audience, aligning with the ENAIBLER project’s mission to promote knowledge-sharing and AI skill development across Europe. 👨💻 We are delighted to see the broader application of our popular series and look forward to rolling out further iterations in the new year. 🔗 More: https://lnkd.in/e3HFzf5t 📸 Photo by: Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Region #ChatGPT | #AI | ERNACT