Chief Justice Donal O'Donnell elected as a Member of the Royal Irish Academy

On 22 May, Mr Justice O'Donnell, Chief Justice, was admitted to the Royal Irish Academy at a formal ceremony following his election to the Academy earlier in the year. 

The Royal Irish Aacademy, established in 1785, serves as an all-island learned society, recognising academic achievement and contributing expertise to enhance the public good.  The Academy draws its membership from the whole island of Ireland, both north and south.  Members are elected by their peers in recognition of outstanding scholarly achievement and their contribution to knowledge and society.  

The Royal Irish Academy champions Irish academic research. One of its principal roles is to identify and recognise Ireland’s worldclass researchers. It supports excellent scholarship and promotes awareness of how science, the humanities and social sciences enrich our lives and benefit society.  It leads national research programmes, particularly in areas relating to Ireland and its heritage, represents the world of Irish learning internationally, has a unique globally recognised library, and is a leading academic publisher.

Membership is awarded to people who have attained the highest distinction by their unique contributions to education and research. Membership of the RIA is the highest academic honour in Ireland.

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