Industry Engagement Strategy Session

On 29th May, 2025, Trinity College Dublin’s School of Engineering was proud to present a focused session on Industry Engagement as part of the Innovate, Collaborate, Engage Research & Innovation Showcase. Led by Professor Tríona Lally, Director of Industrial Engagement and hosted in the Science Gallery, this session highlighted the School’s strategic approach to building dynamic, mutually beneficial partnerships with industry. It explored how collaborative research, innovation, and new initiatives - such as the Industry PhD programme - are shaping the future of engineering at Trinity. With opportunities to connect with researchers, industry leaders, and innovators, this session was a platform for sparking ideas, sharing insights, and forging lasting collaborations.

Presentation Outline

• 15:30 - 15:45 Provost Dr. Linda Doyle launches the Industry Engagement Strategy
• 15:45 - 16:00 Example cutting-edge research projects working with Industry
• 16:00 - 16:10 An overview of the new School of Engineering Industry PhD programme
• 16:10 - 16:20 Navigating Intellectual Property (IP) in Industry - Academic partnerships 
• 16:20 - 16:30 Opportunities for Industry - Academic collaborations
• 16:30 Reception & Networking