Science and engineering ambassadors from Donegal aim to influence a new generation through school visits

Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh TD, visits Inver primary school to launch a new national initiative promoting science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM)
Back to School for STEM is being rolled out by AbbVie, a Sligo-based business which features many Co Donegal employees in senior positions
The biopharmaceutical company is using the programme to inform teachers and students about the exceptional career opportunities that such qualifications can unlock
Research shows that many Irish students are not choosing to study STEM subjects at third level, largely due to negative perceptions of science