‘Breathtaking’ science expo opens

THE RDS was buzzing yesterday with a new form of electricity: the industry, laughter and conversation of young people with science on their minds.

Enterprise, Trade and Employment Minister Micheál Martin yesterday officially opened the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition, now in its 43rd year, describing it as breathtaking.

“As never before in our history, we need more and more young people like you with science, technology and engineering skills for fulfilling and well paid careers that are being generated in these sectors here in Ireland,” he said.