IRB Contributes to the Development of European Solutions for Water, Sea and Blue Economy Protection
The Ruđer Bošković Institute, IRB, as one of the key coordinators of the regional EIT Water CLC South centre, took part in Zadar in the first operational workshop of the European EIT Water community, which marked the beginning of a new phase in developing strategic guidelines, future programmes and innovation solutions for the protection of water, seas and marine ecosystems.
Croatia leads the region in a strategic EU project to protect the sea and water, and to drive innovation
Croatia has become the regional hub of the European EIT Water Knowledge and Innovation Community, one of the European Union’s largest projects for protecting the sea and water, and developing the blue economy, as highlighted today at an event held at the University of Zadar.
David M. Smith confirmed for a third term as Director General of IRB
At a session held on 16 February 2026, the Board of Governors of the Ruđer Bošković Institute (IRB), following consideration of the positive opinion of the Selection Committee and the unanimous decision of the IRB Scientific Council, confirmed a new four-year term for Dr. David M. Smith as Director General of IRB. This confirms continuity in the Institute’s leadership during a period of intensive infrastructure modernisation, strengthened international partnerships, and further connection of science with the needs of the economy and society.