THE DIRECTOR GENERAL of the Government’s science funding agency has left the organisation. following a board meeting.
Professor Philip Nolan is no longer with Science Foundation Ireland (SFI). His role was akin to that of a CEO.
SFI is responsible for funding scientific research in Ireland. It manages the awarding of over €200 million in grants annually.
Professor Nolan took up the role in October 2021. He came to public prominence during the Covid-19 crisis when he was a member of the National Public Health Emergency Team’s (NPHET).
He was also the president of Maynooth University.
Following a board meeting, Deputy Director General Ciarán Seoighe has stepped in as acting Director General.
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