Science week Ireland 2025 (9th – 16th November) is the perfect moment to celebrate innovation, curiosity and the engineers shaping Ireland’s technological future. From inspiring students to empowering seasoned professionals, Science Week highlights the invaluable role that STEM plays in advancing industries like the rapidly growing semiconductor sector in Ireland.
At AsicPro Solutions, we recognise that today’s budding engineers are tomorrow’s chip designers, verification specialists and AI hardware experts. In this article, we explore why Science Week matters for Ireland’s semiconductor landscape and outline the many ways you in which can get involved.
Why STEM Matters for Ireland’s Semiconductor Industry
Ireland is fast emerging as a global hub for semiconductor innovation, with a recently devised national strategy set to expand the sector. STEM skills – particularly in electrical engineering, computer engineering and applied physics – support the innovation required to design, verify, and manufacture the next generation of silicon.
- Talent pipeline: Ireland’s universities, including UCD, TCD, UL, and DCU, continue to produce highly skilled engineers. Science Week inspires students to explore careers in semiconductor design and verification.
- Industry development: With AI, IoT, and edge computing driving demand for ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits), Ireland’s semiconductor ecosystem is expanding rapidly. Supporting STEM initiatives ensures local talent meets global tech needs.
Science Week 2025: Getting Involved
Across Ireland, Science Week 2025 offers an extensive calendar of talks, workshops, and public‑engagement events exploring science in all its forms, celebrating its crucial place in the everyday.
Event highlights include:
- Fallout Sligo (Sligo Nuclear bunker) | 10th November -> More info here
- Technology and Generative AI in Education | 10th November -> More info here
- Private Tour of UCC’s Crawford Observatory | 11th November -> More info here
- Science of Science Communication ATU Donegal | 12th November -> More info here
- The Science Behind the Beam: Laser Cutter Workshop | 13th November -> More info here
- Science Week City Fossil Walk! | 13th November -> More info here
- Envisioning Future Placemaking through AI | 13th November -> More info here
- Royal Society of Chemistry AGM | 13th November -> More info here
- Bridging Past and Future: 3D printing meets Heritage | 13th November -> More info here
- The Science of Brewing – Pizza and a Pint | 13th November -> More info here
- 3D Printing & Design Workshop at Mayfair Library | 15th November -> More info here
- How Its Made: Unmasking AI – Public Workshop | 15th November -> More info here
With a wide range of events taking place nationwide – there’s something for everyone on the agenda. Check out Science Foundation Ireland’s event listings for details on workshops, exhibitions, and school initiatives.
How AsicPro Supports Innovation in STEM
At AsicPro, we’re proud to foster Ireland’s next generation of semiconductor talent. We do this by:
- Sharing industry insights and educational resources on chip design and verification
- Encouraging engineers to explore new technologies, from AI-driven EDA tools to advanced ASIC verification methodologies
Science Week is more than events; it’s a chance to ignite interest in the technologies shaping our future. Whether you’re a student considering a career in chip design or a professional mentoring the next wave of engineers, the week offers opportunities to learn, share and collaborate.
By supporting STEM, we’re not just celebrating science – we’re building the foundation for Ireland’s semiconductor and AI hardware future.