Research Facilities Enhancement Scheme Brochure
In 2008, UCD was awarded €10 million to redevelop key existing Science and Engineering facilities under the HEA Research Facilities Enhancement Scheme (RFES).
The scheme was designed to address shortfalls in research infrastructure across third level institutions. UCD used the funding to strengthen its core strategic research priorities, including healthcare and information and communications technology (ICT). The funds awarded to UCD under RFES were used as part of the overall staged refurbishment of the UCD Science Centre, where selected priority areas were refurbished in line with the overall development master plan.
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Specifically, UCD used the funds to increase research capacity, develop both specialist and generic laboratory and write-up facilities, and support the co-location of complementary activities. The layout and design of the new facilities has greatly enhanced the working environment and has increased space utilisation. It has also facilitated the consolidation and integration of the sciences, which leads to better communication and improved opportunities for innovation and collaboration.
