Matrix - Northern Ireland Science Industry Panel

The Chairman of the MATRIX: Northern Ireland Science and Industry Panel welcomed the publication of the Regional Innovation Strategy Action Plan.

Speaking today, Professor Damien McDonnell said:

"The work of MATRIX is intrinsically linked with the Regional Innovation Strategy Action Plan. The Action Plan has highlighted the importance of the commercial exploitation of Northern Ireland's world class science, technology and R&D base. The creation of a knowledge-based economy is critical to the future development of our knowledge economy."

MATRIX is a business led expert panel, formed to advise government on the commercial exploitation of R&D and science and technology in Northern Ireland. It was formed to help address the challenges that Northern Ireland faces in trying to remain competitive in the globalised marketplace.

"Our work to date has been to identify key areas of science, technology and innovation in which Northern Ireland has a lead over its competitors. Over the next few weeks we will be compiling a report to the Minister which together with the Regional Innovation Strategy Action Plan will allow Northern Ireland to compete in this increasingly globalised and competitive marketplace."