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This week: a literacy and numeracy boost, agriculture innovation and a scheme for female researchers
In depth: Ireland’s research minister has announced €9.7 million in funding to subsidise fees for around 14,000 students taking micro-credential courses.
Full story: Irish minister pledges €9.7m for microcredential course fees