Nimbus Knowledge Event

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“Ireland’s first Community Innovation Programme”

The Nimbus Centre specialises in generating embedded computing solutions through research across many industry sectors.The Knowledge Event Series presented some of these in detail, showing how research can be applied successfully to achieve business value.This free event was aimed at Startups, SMEs, investors, relevant government agencies, professional service companies who are involved in developing new technologies or interested in opportunities in the sector. There was an excellent attendance at this event.

Date: Thursday 28th February 2.15pm

Location: Nimbus Seminar Room

Agenda

2.15 Tea/Coffee in Nimbus foyer

2.30 Introduction

2.35 Overview of Mallow Systems Innovation Centre: Methods for Innovating with local communities

Kieran Delaney, R&D Manager, Nimbus Centre

2.50 Case Studies:

Smart Audio Guides: Community Support for Innovation Projects – Stephen Martin, Researcher, Nimbus Centre

Developing the Right Idea – Niall Bannon, Researcher, Nimbus Centre

3.20 Mallow Development Partnership driving New Programmes in Education & Innovation.

John McDonnell, Chairperson, Mallow Development Partnership

3.40 The Mallow Schools Project; Enhancing Science and Mathematics Teaching and Learning.

Michelle Starr, Liaison Officer, National Centre for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching and Learning (NCE-MSTL)