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Professor Lorraine O’Driscoll admitted to the Royal Irish Academy

Professor Lorraine O’Driscoll has been admitted as a member of the Royal Irish Academy in an online ceremony on Admittance Day 2021, 21st May. Prof. O'Driscoll was one of 27 new members admitted to the RIA last Friday. They are recognised for their scholarly achievements, typically reflecting many years of research, or for significant contributions to Irish society.

Dr Mary Canning, President of the Royal Irish Academy, said: ‘These 27 new Members are recognised for their scholarly achievements, typically reflecting many years of research, or for significant contributions to Irish society. They bring international academic distinction to our country and we should be immensely proud of these remarkable women and men. As Members of the Academy, they will strengthen our capacity to provide expert advice on Higher Education and Research policy.’

Find our more about the 27 new Members of the Royal Irish Academy who were elected by their peers for their exceptional contribution to the sciences, humanities and social sciences as well as to public service here.