ATU Innovation Hubs

Enterprise Ireland's New Frontiers programme is the first step towards getting your business off the ground.🚀

€40k+ Support for New Businesses Now Available in the Galway-Mayo Region through New Frontiers Mr. Peter Burke TD, Minister of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment joined the Enterprise Irelands New Frontiers National Networking Day held in Mullingar. He was joined with two New Frontier participants from Galway, Ciara Concannon, New Frontiers National Programme Manager and Tony O'Kelly, New Frontier programme manager at ATU Galway-Mayo. Enterprise Ireland's New Frontiers programme supports ambitious founders with their new idea. Its for first-time founders, people moving into a new sector or industry, or previous business owners who want to understand what's involved in building a successful and sustainable start-up. Check out our website to learn more about applying for New Frontiers atu.ie/newfrontiers Enterprise Ireland Galway Chamber Westport Chamber Ballina Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc. Peter Burke Dara Calleary Castlebar Chamber Local Enterprise Office Galway Local Enterprise Office Mayo Galway County Council Mayo County Council Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe / Galway City Council

🧠 Mechanical thrombectomy has transformed acute ischemic stroke intervention, but thromboembolic risk and delayed endothelial healing remain key concerns. While these procedures are highly effective in restoring perfusion, the introduction of neurovascular devices can trigger platelet adhesion, thrombus formation, and inflammatory responses. At Smart Reactors, we developed Camouflage™, a hemocompatible surface coating engineered to address these challenges. Camouflage™ offers: ◾ Enhanced thromboresistance through reduced platelet activation ◾ Improved endothelialization for long-term vessel integration ◾ Compatibility with a range of neurovascular devices, including stent retrievers and aspiration catheters By improving both the acute and chronic responses to device implantation, Camouflage™ supports safer, more effective neurovascular interventions. #Camouflage™ #SmartReactors #biomaterials #medicalInnovation

Well Done to ATU Innovation Hubs client Tomas Thompson and the Rockfield Medical Devices Team on winning the National Home Infusion Association 2025 Innovation Award for their Mobility+ Enteral Feeding System. Tomas Thompson, Turlough Rafferty, Eugene McCarthy, Jamie Meehan, PhD, Rosanna Loftus, Maria Staunton, Maria Kennedy, Ceola McLynn, Patsy Donaghey, Finola Howe, Eve-Anne McCarron, Des Foley, Chris O'Malley

You have the right idea or the right business that you want to get off the ground. So, what’s stopping you? This is the right time. Apply now at atuihubs.ie/newfrontiers The right time to join Enterprise Ireland's New Frontiers programme and embark on a transformative start-up journey that will equip you with the right connections, the right skills, and the right route to capital to build a successful and sustainable start-up business. Enterprise Ireland Local Enterprise Office Galway Local Enterprise Office Mayo Galway Chamber Ballina Chamber of Commerce Castlebar Chamber Westport Chamber PorterShed Platform94 Western Development Commission WestBIC South West Mayo Development Company BIA Innovator Campus Galway Rural Development Clg

Are you a motivated ATU student with a Business Idea that you would like to take further? Spend this summer gaining valuable support, networking opportunities and avail of on-campus incubator facilities. We are accepting applications for the Student Inc. Programme 2025! Deadline is March 31st and you can apply here https://loom.ly/6DRJpBs You will receive • €4,000 stipend in three instalments across the summer programme • Your own desk space • Training and Mentoring in key areas like Customer Discovery, Finance, Marketing & lots more! • Work alongside other students from diverse backgrounds (1st Year to Masters) as well as experienced entrepreneurs residing at the business centre • Opportunities to Pitch to Investors • Lunch & Learns & Day Trips The programme will run from May 26th to August 22nd. This is a full-time commitment, you will be expected to attend 9-5 to work on your business idea, but all project founders will be subsidised with a €4,000 stipend. Why else should you apply? See testimonials from our past participants below, or browse through our alumni section on the official website “The Student Inc program was an incredible experience that equipped me with essential skills in entrepreneurship. Over 13 weeks, I learned how to validate ideas, acquire customers, and effectively run a business. I highly recommend this program to anyone serious about starting a business.”

Exciting Visit to ATU iHub! Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming six students to the ATU iHub for an engaging and insightful visit. It was fantastic to see their enthusiasm as they explored the vibrant innovation space and learned about the exciting start-ups based here. The visit included a tour of the iHub’s cutting-edge facilities and discussions on how the iHub supports early-stage businesses and entrepreneurs. It’s always inspiring to see students so eager to connect their academic knowledge with real-world innovation. A big thank you to Eilis McNulty for making this visit a success! We hope this experience sparks new ideas and motivates the next generation of entrepreneurs. 👉 Interested in combining business and innovation? Check out the https://loom.ly/dics9_c 👉 Learn more about the iHub and how it supports start-ups: https://loom.ly/j1A38C4 #ATUiHub #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #FutureLeaders

What a fantastic spring day to celebrate the Irish space community! 🛰️☘️ This week, Dublin #SpaceApps was honoured to participate in the ESA Space Solutions Centre Ireland's West-North-West Space Industry Event ATU Innovation Hubs in Galway Between two deep blues — sky above and sea below 🌅💙 — the event explored the incredible possibilities that space enablement brings to the country, from #earthobservation to #6gcommunications, #education and #humanperformanceinspace Delighted to reconnect with long-term supporters and meet new friends, sharing ideas and inspiration within a dynamic industry network Ready for more collaboration and exploration ahead! 🚀

Today, our Entrepreneurship students from Atlantic Technological University Galway had the pleasure of visiting the ATU Innovation Hubs, which offered a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in an environment of innovation and creativity. It provided valuable insights into the world of technology and entrepreneurship, inspiring them to pursue their own innovative endeavours. Thank you to Turlough Rafferty Maria Kennedy and George McCourt for facilitating this site visit and for the insightful talk. #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #Creativity Student Inc. ATU Galway-Mayo School of Business Orla Colleran Ivan McPhillips Eve-Anne McCarron Grace Latham Meghann L. Drury-Grogan, PhD, MA, HDip BS

🚀 Big news! Atlantic Technological University (ATU) has joined the ESA Space Solutions Ireland Consortium, strengthening Ireland’s space innovation network! 🌍✨ Led by Tyndall National Institute , the consortium supports space-focused start-ups, fosters innovation, and promotes tech transfer to new sectors. ATU’s expertise in engineering, applied sciences, and business will enhance support for emerging companies. With world-class incubation facilities and strong industry ties, ATU will play a key role in driving new opportunities for start-ups to leverage space technology for real-world solutions. Exciting times ahead! We would like to say a huge thank you to all of our speakers, Orla Flynn , Conor Sheehan, Peter Finnegan, Brendan Allen, Mark Kelly, Patricia Moore, Lisa McNamee, Catherine Lenehan, and Hilary McPartland. #SpaceInnovation #ESA #IrelandTech #ATU George McCourt Finola Howe Margaret Killeen Atlantic Technological University