€30m Rinn Quantum Centre Launches - School of Law

€30m Rinn Quantum Centre Launches with School of Law on Leadership Team

The Rinn Quantum Research Centre was launched on Wednesday 10th of June 2026 at the RDS by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD. It is directed by Professor John Goold and Professor Ortwin Hess of the Trinity College School of Physics.

long Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD

12 Jun 2026

Rinn Quantum received €30 million in funding from Research Ireland, and this multi-institutional centre will position Ireland at the forefront of emerging quantum technologies. Over eight years, the Centre is expected to train hundreds of researchers, attract international talent, and deepen industry partnerships to ensure the nation benefits from future quantum advancements.

The legal and societal implications of these new technologies will be a focus for the Centre. g The School of Law’s, Professor Deirdre Ahern is on the Rinn Quantum Leadership Team heading up the Quantum Technologies in Society research programme.

Highlighting the importance of this multidisciplinary approach, Professor Ahern stated:

"Just as we have seen with AI, it is vital to lead debate around the development of ethics and governance in considering how quantum technologies may transform our society and to ensure that we are ready. Educating and engaging deeply with governmental actors, the public and industry will be crucial to our work."

The School of Law congratulates all involved in this launch..