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The UK space sector saw a huge boost in funding from @esa.int programmes, with an additional £112 million in contracts secured between June 2022 and December 2024. 🛰️ The new figures were released on the opening day of Space-Comm Expo in London.

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Join our livestream for the release of images from #Hera’s flyby of Mars, Thursday, 13 March, starting at 10:50 GMT/11:50 CET!

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On #InternationalWomensDay we celebrate the MATRIX NI panel members and ex officio member who are accelerating action - #IWD2025 theme. #innovators #visionaries #STEM #AccelerateAction @pohagan1.bsky.social @mmarymckenna.bsky.social @awakenhub.bsky.social @investni.bsky.social @economy-ni.gov.uk

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🚀 A new report from Matrix has been launched 🚀 "Building on our strengths - Northern Ireland's Growing Space Industry" 🛰️ The report has identified Northern Ireland as a key player in the rapidly expanding global #space economy. Read the full report here: lnkd.in/emsGux7F @economy-ni.gov.uk

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Thank you to all partners/participants who contributed to bring this report to fruition. #space @ulsteruni.bsky.social @esa.int @investni.bsky.social @nceoscience.bsky.social @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social @ukri.org @economy-ni.gov.uk @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social @thalesaleniaspace.bsky.social

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Completing her first day in Berlin, Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has met policy experts and business groups representing sectors including advanced manufacturing and renewable energy, before visiting Smart City Berlin, the city’s official digital transformation organisation.

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In the run-up to #IWD2025, Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has addressed female leaders at the #SHeconomy roundtable in Berlin Run by the British Chamber of Commerce in Germany, #SHeconomy gathers women in high profile roles in business, media, politics, science and the third sector

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"UKRI should be central to the future of the people in this country and beyond. I am excited to be joining an excellent team focused on improving the lives and livelihoods of UK citizens." www.ukri.org/news/profess... #AcademicSky

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🚀 300+ events. 12 unforgettable days. Huge THANK YOU to everyone who made #NISF amazing—partners, funders, staff, volunteers, speakers & YOU! 💙 Help shape next year’s fest—share your thoughts! ⬇️ 📢 form.typeform.com/to/W7iuPVa #NISF2025

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🚀 The winner of the NI regional heat of #FameLab has been announced as part of the #niscifest supported by #QUB #UlsterUni #MATRIX_NI #FameLab Many #congratulations to Erin McEvoy who won the regional award and to Emily Bond the runner up #STEM #Innovation #Communication @niscifest.bsky.social

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Great fun at Famelab @niscifest.bsky.social tonight - many congrats 🎉 to winner Erin McEvoy for an excellent 3-min talk on her PhD on women and gambling - and to runner-up Emily Bond who explained why airplane wings bend! Super hosting by Emer Maguire and v lively judging 😆 😆

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Regional #FameLab final - Tues 18 February 7-10pm Black Box. Find out who is the new #STEM voice going to compete in the Cheltenham FameLab national final. The competitors will be showcasing scientific expertise, innovation and charm in a 3 minute showcase. nisciencefestival.com/events/famel...

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Enjoyed contributing to an AI Ethics panel discussion at the @niscifest.bsky.social. A wide ranging discussion, and great audience. #AI #Ethics #Algorithmicbias #Healthcare

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Key takeaways from the #NISF25 Ethics of AI event - 12 Feb. ✴️Regulation is key ✴️Protecting people’s data matters ✴️Innovation and future-proofing: The focus should be on responsible AI that benefits society while preparing for future challenges like job shifts and misinformation #AI #Ethics

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🌔🚀👩‍🚀👨‍🚀Want to know "How To Survive in Space?" Find out more at the #NISF25 event in the NW 🗓️Sat 15 Feb Nerve Centre Dr Dan & Dr Raph (Belfast) | NI Science Festival nisciencefestival.com/events/how-t... #STEM #space

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Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social today gave the opening address at the Cyber Leaders Conference Belfast 2025. The Minister underlined the innovative, productive & internationally focused nature of the cyber sector in NI, with Belfast as one of the world’s most concentrated cyber clusters.

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chnology – Landscape Review*. As regulation grows more complex, RegTech is transforming compliance and risk management. This report explores NI’s potential in this emerging sector. Read more: matrixni.org/documents/re... #RegTech #Innovation

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🚀Check out the fantastic array of NI Science Festival events which Matrix is supporting this year. 📆12 - 23 February 🔗https://matrixni.org/news/events-calendar/ #AI #Space #FameLab #STEM #NISF25

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Women make up only 35% of STEM graduates worldwide. UNESCO encourages more women and girls to get involved in science education. On #WomenInScience Day, let's amplify their voices! www.unesco.org/en/days/wome...

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A productive workshop with Chris Hayward (Policy Chair at the City of London Corporation) exploring Regulatory Technologies was recently held at UU (Magee). The North West region’s ambitions for a RegTech 'Super Cluster' and findings of the latest report by Matrix on RegTech was discussed. #RegTech

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Economy Minister @caoimhearchibald.bsky.social has welcomed a landmark report by Matrix, the NI Science Industry Panel, into the RegTech sector. The report highlights the significant opportunities available for local companies in the sector. ➡️Read more: economy-ni.gov.uk/news/landmar...

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Bluesky’s science takeover: 70% of Nature poll respondents use platform. “Bluesky is much better for science. There is much less toxicity, misinformation, and distractions" 🧪 www.nature.com/articles/d41...

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Find out more about #FameLab a brilliant competition to find the new voices of #STEM 🧪👩‍💻 📅30 January is the upcoming training session for all applicants in preparation to take part in the Regional Final held in February 2025 as part of the NI Science Festival nisciencefestival.com/famelab

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Matrix hosted a roundtable discussion with Economy Minister Conor Murphy at the recent plenary meeting. Matrix assists government, academia and industry on how the key sectors can maximise the benefits of research and development, science and technology.

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Matrix is proud to be one of the sponsors for another action packed #NISF25 programme of events. Make sure you get along to the fantastic line up of events 🔬🧬🥼🧪 #FameLab #AI #Tech #space #innovation #STEM

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Congratulations to Professor Helen McCarthy who has been honoured with the 2024 Biomaterials Advances Innovation Award. The Award celebrates innovative research in the field of biomaterials that has the potential to make an impact beyond academia. You can find out more here ➡️ ow.ly/B9Yu50UEmAZ

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As we wrap up another year of innovation and collaboration, Matrix would like to extend our warmest Christmas wishes From all of us at Matrix, have a joyful and peaceful Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another impactful year in 2025

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Matrix would like to warmly congratulate Dr Aislinn Rice @softwareni.bsky.social on her recent prestigious appointment to the Industrial Strategy Advisory Council. It brings together Business leaders from across the UK to offer government independent advice supporting growth.

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✴️We are excited to share Matrix highlights from 2024 including: ☑️ The addition of new panel members ☑️ Reports launched ☑️ Stakeholder Engagement Events 📣Looking forward to a collaborative and innovative 2025🚀

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Matrix has arrived! Share our profile with your networks to help us reach even more members of Northern Ireland’s thriving science and innovation sector. Let’s keep the conversation growing and collaborate on the exciting developments shaping our future! 🚀

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