The Big Bridge – engaging tomorrow's structural engineers

Author: Helena Russell

Date published

9 November 2026

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The Big Bridge – engaging tomorrow's structural engineers

The Structural Engineer

Author

Helena Russell

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 104, Issue 11, 2026, Page(s) 12-13

https://doi.org/10.56330/UEZN3046

Date published

9 November 2026

Author

Helena Russell

Citation

The Structural Engineer, Volume 104, Issue 11, 2026, Page(s) 12-13

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56330/UEZN3046

Price

Free

Article (PDF)

Inspiring children to pursue a career in structural engineering can be a tough gig, especially when other STEM careers in robotics or artificial intelligence are constantly in the news. Helena Russell finds out how hands-on engagement in Ireland is helping to redress the balance.

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12-13
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The Institution of Structural Engineers

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