The National Challenge Fund exhibition in Ireland provided a platform for showcasing innovative projects aimed at addressing national priorities. With a budget of €65m, the fund supports research collaborations between academic researchers, government, enterprises, and societal stakeholders. One of the projects featured was the Renewable Energy Storage Reactor (RESR) project, which focuses on finding more efficient ways to harvest and store hydrogen gas for renewable energy purposes. Dr. Hazel Murray, another project leader at the event, is working on supporting small businesses in combating cybercrime. The event emphasized the significance of collaboration in driving innovation and tackling societal challenges. Research Ireland's initiative highlights the importance of research in contributing to the development of solutions that benefit Irish society as a whole.