Dublin City University

Dublin City University is a research‑intensive public university in Ireland with an applied, collaborative character. Industry engages through a co‑op program that places students within companies, contract research with faculty experts, and a research and enterprise campus that co‑locates startups and corporate R&D alongside university labs. Companies can access shared facilities, prototyping resources, and tailored training, supported by experienced business engagement and sponsored‑research staff. Research is backed by competitive funding from Science Foundation Ireland, Enterprise Ireland, the Health Research Board, the Irish Research Council, and European programs such as Horizon Europe. A dedicated technology transfer office advances IP strategy, licensing, and spin‑out creation, complemented by on‑campus incubation and accelerator supports.