Galway's Mia McHugh is inaugural recipient of new science scholarship
A first-year student from North Galway is the inaugural recipient of a new science scholarship at University of Galway – sponsored by one of the pioneering pharmaceutical companies in the west.
Mia McHugh from Milltown is studying for a Bachelor of Science, a flexible degree which enables students to explore a broad range of scientific disciplines before specialising in their chosen area.
And she has been chosen as the recipient of the inaugural Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS) Excellence Scholarship for Science – an award that aims to remove barriers to, and through, higher education by supporting high-achieving and promising full-time undergraduate students to study Science at University of Galway.
I have always had a deep love for science and always knew that that was where my future lay,
“I have always had a deep love for science and always knew that that was where my future lay,” said a delighted Mia.
“I would like to sincerely thank CLS for awarding me the Excellence Scholarship. I am so grateful for this opportunity, and it will make a real difference in supporting my education.”
Complete Laboratory Solutions is a leading Irish provider of laboratory testing and analytical services, sponsors the scholarship.
With accredited facilities in Galway City, Ros Muc and Dublin, CLS provides services to the pharmaceutical, medical device, food and environmental sectors, with expertise spanning microbiological and analytical testing, regulatory consultancy, quality system support and specialist training.
Evelyn O’Toole, CEO of Complete Laboratory Solutions, said that supporting emerging scientific talent ‘is an investment in our industry’s future and in the communities we serve’.
“By investing in aspiring science students, CLS is fostering innovation, advancing skills development, and creating meaningful career pathways within Ireland’s growing life sciences sector,” she added.