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Analog Devices 25 Years of Inspiring Innovation with BTYSTE partnership
Analog Devices 25 Years of Inspiring Innovation with BTYSTE partnership. Pictured on the stand were Anna Hellen and Maria Schlotterbeck from Schull Community College West Cork. Photo: Paul Sherwood
Analog Devices Celebrates 25 Years of Inspiring Innovation and being Inspired by Student Innovation at BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2025

For the past 25 years, ADI has proudly partnered with BT as a Gold Sponsor of BTYSTE. Each year, an enthusiastic team of over 20 ADI engineers and scientists from the company’s Limerick, Cork, and Dublin offices actively engage with students at the RDS, sharing foundational knowledge in science, technology, engineering, and maths. This collaboration has flourished over the years, benefiting everyone.
“Our team is consistently energised by the innovation, entrepreneurship, and discovery on display each year at the RDS,” said Brian O’Mara, Project Management Director, Automotive Business Unit at Analog Devices.
“The knowledge shared at the event isn’t just a one-way street, we bring that spirit back to our R&D centres to fuel our own drive to innovate.”
Beyond the stand, ADI team members contribute to the judging process and present excellence awards to students and teachers. Through these efforts, ADI aims to inspire the next generation of STEM innovators. Based on the company’s 25 years of involvement with BTYSTE, it’s evident that this approach is making a meaningful impact.
Kinetic Tower; challenge yourself to generate power with precision using ADI’s cutting-edge energy metering technology, commonly found in electric vehicle charging stations.
Robotics; play a game of Tic Tac Toe against an AI-trained robot and explore the potential of intelligent robotics.
Arcade Corner; test your mind with four interactive games, including reaction challenges, memory tests, and a robot race showcasing self-driving vehicle technology. Machine Vision Game; immerse yourself in the future of gaming with body tracking and advanced camera technologies.
Green Table; explore Ireland’s renewable energy potential with hands-on demonstrations of geothermal, solar, and wind energy solutions. Old Favourites; popular attractions such as the Laser Vault and Floor Piano return, demonstrating ADI’s innovative sensing technologies.
The projects showcased at BTYSTE continue to leave a lasting impression on ADI’s team. “I am continuously inspired by the BTYSTE students and their remarkable drive to ‘innovate for good,’” said Brian O’Mara. “I remember meeting a shy Richard O’Shea from Blarney, who modestly explained his approach to designing a biomass-fired cooking stove to benefit developing countries.

“Then there was Emily Duffy, a Transition Year student from Limerick, showcasing her fireproof, waterproof sleeping bag designed for people experiencing homelessness. More recently, Solomon Doyle from Dundalk Grammar School blew me away with his AI-based diagnostic tool to help detect skin cancer.”
These projects resonate deeply with ADI because they tackle real-world issues through creative solutions—whether it’s reducing environmental impact, using technology to enhance everyday life, or exploring the benefits of AI in healthcare. They reflect the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship that has driven ADI’s success for nearly 60 years.
“For 25 years, Analog Devices has been proud to support the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, an event that inspires and empowers young minds to explore the possibilities of science and technology,” O’Mara added. “As we look to the future, we remain committed to driving innovation and fostering a more sustainable and connected world.”
As well as marking 25 years association with BT Young Scientist& Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE), this year marks a significant milestone for ADI, as the company prepares to celebrate 50 years of innovation and growth in Ireland.
Since establishing its Irish presence in 1976, ADI has become a cornerstone of the Irish technology ecosystem, employing nearly 2,000 people across sites in Limerick, Cork, and Dublin. Recent investments include a €630 million expansion of ADI’s Next Generation Semiconductor R&D and Manufacturing Facility in Limerick and the launch of ADI Catalyst, a state-of-the-art collaboration hub to accelerate innovation.