From the Maharees to Bantry Bay: PHAROS Ireland Mega Event Delivers a Living Lab, Stronger MPA Partnerships and Real Circular Economy Innovation
Over 200 stakeholders gathered in Kerry and West Cork from 26 to 28 May 2026 for the PHAROS Ireland Mega Event — three days that left behind a community-led Living Lab, deepened relationships on Marine Protected Area management, a classroom-ready citizen science programme, and a glimpse of what end-of-life fishing gear can become. On a sunny evening on […]
Taxonomy of Circular Bioeconomy Skills
A structured framework mapping skills across seven sectors (Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries & Aquaculture, Food & Beverage, Wood Industry, Textile Industry, and Construction industry) to support workforce development, training design, and policy action in the transition to a circular bioeconomy. Click on the report to view.
PHAROS Blue Economy Innovation and Skills Forum Highlights Opportunities for Collaboration, Innovation and Sustainable Growth
CircBio was delighted to support and participate in the recent PHAROS Blue Economy Innovation and Skills Forum, delivered in collaboration with PHAROS, EduGreen Connect, and the Circular Bioeconomy Education Centre (CBEC). The forum brought together researchers, educators, industry representatives, community stakeholders, and sustainability advocates to explore the future of Ireland’s blue economy and the skills, […]
Alifia.Mulyawati@mtu.ie
The Team Dr. Alifia Mulyawati Post Doctoral Researcher Dr. Alifia Mulyawati is a Postdoctoral Researcher with the DOT.GREEN project in the Circular Bioeconomy Research Group at Munster Technological University (MTU). She supports the development and optimisation of a farm-based green biorefinery demonstration facility at Farm Zero C, Bandon, Co. Cork. Her work focuses on advancing […]
The 2026 Bio-based Innovation Student Challenge Europe is now open for registration!
Together with MTU and DAFM, BiOrbic are pleased to launch the 2026 Irish Competition. The winning team from Ireland will go forward to the European Competition in October 2026! Please see the attached flyer, and further details below, and if you are interested in supervising a team, AND/OR you have students that are interested in participating in the […]
MTU Research Impact
Discover how MTU is shaping a greener future. Research and innovation are fundamental to responding to the complex environmental, social, and economic issues facing society today. At CircBio, research goes beyond theory — it is applied, practical, and focused on delivering meaningful outcomes that advance sustainability, climate action, and community-led solutions. CircBio works closely with […]
Bio-based Innovation Student Challenge Europe (BISC-E)
BIO-BASED INNOVATION STUDENT CHALLENGE EUROPE BISC-E invites students from all disciplines to design solutions that contribute to a sustainable and circular economy. Are you ready to develop an innovative bio-based solution to help overcome hurdles standing in the way of a climate-neutral Europe? These innovative products or services can tackle technological, environmental or societal […]
Jagdeep Kumar Nayak
The Team Dr. Jagdeep Kumar Nayak Post Doctoral Researcher Dr. Jagdeep Kumar Nayak is a Postdoctoral Researcher working on the DOT.GREEN project in the Circular Bioeconomy Research Group at Munster Technological University, supporting the development and optimisation of the Green Biorefinery Pilot Facility. Jagdeep is an environmental bioprocess engineer with expertise in wastewater treatment, anaerobic […]
Stephen Barry Hannon
The Team Stephen Barry Hannon Senior Research and Project Manager Stephen Barry-Hannon is a Senior Researcher and Project Manager with extensive experience in bioeconomy innovation, project management, marketing, and communications. He currently manages the BioDirect project, which advances circular biobased opportunities in Agriculture, Construction, Textiles and Manufacturing, enterprise innovation, and stakeholder collaboration to accelerate the transition […]
Bioeconomy Ireland Week Events in 2025
Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2025 – Inspiring local communities for a sustainable, competitive Ireland.
