Scholarship for Milltown student

A MILLTOWN student has been awarded the inaugural Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS) Excellence Scholarship by the University of Galway.

Mia McHugh is a first-year student of Bachelor of Science, a flexible degree which enables students to explore a broad range of scientific disciplines before specialising in their chosen area.

“I have always had a deep love for science and always knew that that was where my future lay,” said Mia.

She said that this opportunity will make a real difference in supporting her education.

The CLS Excellence Scholarship for Science 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.

Director of Strategic Development at the College of Science and Engineering in University of Galway Dr Ann Ryan expressed delight on Mia’s selection for the scholarship.

“Mia’s passion for science, her determination, zest for learning and future ambitions for a career in STEM were all evident from her application,” she added.

CLS is a leading Irish provider of laboratory testing and analytical services. It 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, believes that supporting emerging talent is an investment in the industry’s future and in the communities they 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 said.