[ELECTION TO NATIONAL ACADEMY] Elected as one of the first of 40 inaugural members of the Royal Irish Academy's "Young Academy of Ireland", with expertise spanning academia, law, economics etc from the island of Ireland who have already made an evidenced impact on their fields.

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Our first Strategic Plan (2024-2028) was recently published
https://www.ria.ie/2024/05/10/young-academy-ireland-launches-2024-28-strategic-plan-2/

We have identified five grand challenges that constitute pivotal issues in supporting and enhancing the research and cultural landscape of the island of Ireland:

Achieving Sustainability
Creating a Fair and Inclusive Society
Securing the Future of Academia
Supporting Public Involvement and Engagement with Research
Providing Transdisciplinary Expertise for Public Policy

Leveraging the collective expertise of its members, YAI is committed to identifying and implementing transdisciplinary initiatives aligned with these grand challenges. Through a combination of public and stakeholder engagement and rigorous academic output, YAI aims to achieve both short-term and lasting impact. The activities of YAI serve as a compelling example of how inclusive, transdisciplinary efforts can drive tangible progress on the island.