Research Values

At NCI, we foster interdisciplinary collaboration to develop solutions for real-world problems that impact all aspects of our lives.

Our research strategy has been aligned with our sustainability goals, and our researchers are actively engaged in finding solutions for a sustainable future. We are committed to connecting our research to the wider world, influencing policy, and adopting sustainable research practices. We aim to be at the forefront of public policy and debate on sustainability, ensuring that our research benefits local and national governments and wider society.

Research Mission, Vision and Values

Mission

Everything that we do is shaped by the NCI Mission: To change lives through education.

In respect of research this means generating ideas, discoveries, and solutions to real-world and societal problems, while actively promoting sustainability and knowledge exchange embedded into our Dublin campus, city region, and nationally through ELI using a “living labs” approach.

Vision

Carry out mission-aligned, value-driven, applied multidisciplinary research to foster innovation and to address key sustainability challenges facing humanity.

Values

Excellence: We are committed to conducting high-quality research that breaks down disciplinary barriers and addresses global sustainability challenges. We strive for excellence in research integrity, ethics, and best practices.
Impact: We aim to make a tangible difference by contributing to the SDGs and providing research that informs and influences policies, helping society achieve a sustainable and equitable future.
Collaboration: We value interdisciplinary collaborations, partnerships with academic, industrial, government, and community stakeholders to drive innovation and address complex societal issues.
Sustainability: We are environmentally conscious, embedding sustainability principles in our research practices and promoting sustainable development within our campus, city region, and beyond.
Equality: We embrace and celebrate diversity, promoting equality and inclusivity in our research community and ensuring all voices are heard and respected.
Ethical Conduct: We are committed to conducting research with the highest ethical standards, adhering to the FAIR principles for the benefit of society.