Rebecca Wilson, Director of Research, Policy, and Education, Rediscovery Centre
Rebecca Wilson is Director of Research, Policy, and Education at the Rediscovery Centre, Ireland’s National Centre for the Circular Economy. She previously worked at Research Ireland, where she played a pivotal role in strengthening the national research landscape through strategic public engagement, cross-sector collaboration, and evidence-informed policy development.
Rebecca has led flagship national initiatives including Science Week and Creating Our Future, building strong connections between researchers, policymakers, industry, and communities to ensure research delivers meaningful societal impact.
Passionate about making complex ideas accessible and relevant, she has a proven track record of translating research insights into actionable policy recommendations. In her current role, Rebecca applies this expertise to advancing sustainability goals, fostering innovation, and supporting Ireland’s transition to a more resource-efficient, circular economy.
She holds an MSc in Strategic Management and a BSc in Marketing, Innovation, and Technology.