The Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) is an independent research institute in Dublin, Ireland. Its research focuses on Ireland's economic and social development in order to inform policy-making and societal understanding.
The institute has played a role in informing national debates since the 1960s, such as joining the Economic and Monetary Union of the European Union, undertaking the National Development Plan, and initiating policies to combat poverty.
Roy C. Geary was the founding director of the ESRI (1959–66). The current director is Frances P. Ruane (2006-), who succeeded Brendan Whelan.
The Economic and Social Research Institute and Trinity College Dublin agreed a strategic partnership in July 2010. The agreement enables both institutions to build collaborative and complementary strengths in the social sciences.
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