At INFANT, we believe that young adults provide the foundation of our next generation of scientists and engineers.
Through our programme of engagement activities we are actively encouraging positive attitudes towards science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Smart Futures
INFANT is a contributor to the Smart Futures Programme, coordinated and managed by Science Foundation Ireland.
Smart Futures aims to provide STEM career resources to students, teachers, guidance counsellors and parents in Ireland and stimulate an interest in STEM subjects in secondary school and at third level.
If you'd like INFANT researchers to visit your school, email infant@ucc.ie!
TY Programmes
INFANT hosts TY students for week long programmes; particularly as part of the SFI Centre TY Programme, co-ordinated by our colleages in APC, Cork.
Applications for the programme open annually in September and students visit the APC Microbiome Institute, Infant, MaREI, iCRAG, IPIC and SSPC. Keep an eye on our Twitter and Facebook for the call for applicants!
Large Scale Events
INFANT researcherss speak at a huge variety of post-primary events such as IWISH, BTYSE and Tech Week.
if you would like to invite us, just get in touch - infant@ucc.ie