Ireland may be having some economic problems at the moment, but the following from SiliconRepublic.com suggests they working on a brighter future:
The 2011 BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition received the highest number of entries in its 47-year history, with a record-breaking 3,943 students across Ireland taking part. A whopping 1,735 projects have been entered into the 2011 exhibition, which has risen by 35pc, a positive sign for the prospects of science and innovation for the future of the country. “Science, technology, engineering and maths are considered to be engines of growth and innovation in the knowledge economy, and I am very encouraged to see higher numbers of students showing their interest and aptitude in these key subjects,” said Tanaiste and Minister for Education and Skills Mary Coughlan.
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