About

CONNECT is the world leading Taighde Éireann Research Centre for Future Networks and Communications. It is part of a nationwide network of centres funded under the Taighde Éireann Research Centres programme.

What is CONNECT?

CONNECT brings together world-class expertise from twelve Irish academic institutes to create a one-stop-shop for telecommunications research, development and innovation. We engage with over 40 companies including large multinationals, SMEs and start-ups.

Project code is 13/RC/2077_P2

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Catalysing Impact
Read our booklet pdf describing CONNECT’s outputs.](/content/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/CONNECT-Catalysing-Impact.pdf)
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CONNECT snapshot
A snapshot outlining CONNECT’s research offering.](/content/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/CONNECT-A4-2021.pdf)
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5G & Future Connectivity: An emerging framework for Irish cities and towns
Co-authored by team CONNECT team](/content/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/5G-and-Future-Connectivity-in-Ireland-Discussion-Paper.pdf)

CONNECT Leadership

• AI-Driven Network CustomisationDependable NetworksLink PerformanceQuantum and Satellite CommunicationsSmart Cities
  Dan Kilper Director & Principal Investigator, Leadership, Principal Investigator
• Pat Kelly Executive Director, Leadership](/content/people/pat-kelly/index.html)
• Smart Cities
  Siobhán Clarke Deputy Director & Principal Investigator, Leadership, Principal Investigator
• Cormac J. Sreenan Deputy Director & Principal Investigator, Leadership, Principal Investigator](/content/people/cormacjsreenan/index.html)
• Cian Ó Mathúna Deputy Director & Principal Investigator, Leadership, Principal Investigator](/content/people/cian-o-mathuna/index.html)

CONNECT Governance Chair

• Dr Orlaigh Quinn Leadership](/content/people/dr-orlaigh-quinn/index.html)

Institute Partners

CONNECT’s expert researchers are dedicated to delivering outstanding results at the pace and standard demanded by industry.

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