What we do
ELIXIR Ireland provides essential infrastructure, services, and support for life science research across Ireland and beyond.
Services
ELIXIR Ireland maintains and develops key computational services and tools that support life science research. Our services are designed to be FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, and Reusable) and are integrated with the broader ELIXIR infrastructure.
Data Resources
We provide access to curated biological databases and data repositories that support research across multiple domains.
Computational Tools
Our portfolio includes bioinformatics tools and pipelines for data analysis, visualization, and interpretation.
Support Services
Expert consultation and technical support to help researchers leverage computational approaches effectively.
Projects
ELIXIR Ireland participates in national and international collaborative projects that advance life science research infrastructure and capabilities. Our projects span data management, interoperability, training, and tool development.
GDI Ireland
The Irish node of the Genomic Data Infrastructure (GDI) project, enabling access to genomic and related health data across Europe.
Genome of Europe Ireland
Part of a large-scale, cross-border project to generate a European network of national genomic reference cohorts.
ELIXIR STEERS
Supporting training and capacity building in bioinformatics across the ELIXIR network through staff and knowledge exchange.
SFI Centre - Genomics Data Science
Ireland's national centre for genomics data science research, developing computational methods and infrastructure for genomic medicine.
CANDLE
National CAncer dataNode DeveLopErs — a Horizon Europe project building federated national cancer data nodes to enable cross-border access to harmonised cancer research data.
EOSC Ireland
Ireland's engagement with the European Open Science Cloud (EOSC), advancing open, FAIR research data infrastructure and national policies aligned with European open science goals.
Training
ELIXIR Ireland is committed to building bioinformatics capacity through comprehensive training programmes. We offer workshops, courses, and online resources covering fundamental to advanced topics in computational biology. Find our upcoming events or browse on-demand training resources.
Research Data & Software Management
ELIXIR Ireland provides guidance for effective research data and software management, ensuring outputs are findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable (FAIR).
Research Data Management
We guide researchers in making their data FAIR. For comprehensive resources, explore the ELIXIR Research Data Management Kit (RDMkit).
- Data Management Plan (DMP) support
- FAIR data principles implementation
- Guidance on data storage, preservation, and sharing
Research Software Management
We help researchers improve the quality and sustainability of their software. Discover best practices in the Research Software Quality Kit (RSQkit).
- Version control and reproducibility
- Software documentation and licensing
- Containerization and workflow management
International Working Group Involvement
ELIXIR Ireland actively participates in international working groups and collaborative initiatives that shape the future of life science research infrastructure and data standards.
RDA
Research Data Alliance - contributing to the development of data sharing practices and infrastructure for research.
GA4GH
Global Alliance for Genomics and Health - advancing responsible genomic data sharing for human health.
OHDSI
Observational Health Data Sciences and Informatics - improving health through large-scale analysis of health data.
MLCommons
Engineering the future of machine learning through benchmarking and best practices for AI systems.
Travel Grants & Knowledge Exchange Opportunities
ELIXIR Ireland supports engagements such as event attendance and brokers opportunities for knowledge exchange to connect researchers, industry partners, and international collaborators. Contact us to explore how we can support your project and engagement needs.