Shane is a 5th-year student who has a passion for technology and politics. He co- founded the start-up 'Éirigh Engineering' , which aims at improving the aesthetics of buildings across Ireland using AI and CNC machining to develop personalised terracotta ornamentation. Shane has also contributed to PhD research on the Swift bird’s Irish habitats. In his spare time, he enjoys doing kickboxing, farming, playing the guitar, and chilling with his dog.