A researcher working on protecting democracy through her work on false memories, deepfakes, and conspiracy theories, a spin-out company developing next‑generation therapeutics using a microneedle patch platform and Ireland’s leading energy systems modelling team bridging research and policy were among the awardees honoured for their contributions to research and innovation at the 2025 University College Cork (UCC) Research and Innovation Awards, held at the Lewis Glucksman Gallery on Wednesday, May 27th.

Four senior academics from University College Cork (UCC) have been elected to the Royal Irish Academy (RIA), the highest academic honour in Ireland.

The Minister for Children, Disability and Equality, Norma Foley, today announced the appointment by the Government of University College Cork's Dr Aisling Parkes as Special Rapporteur on Child Protection for a two-year term.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has officially launched Tyndall 2030, a new five‑year strategy that sets out an ambitious roadmap to position Ireland as a global leader in semiconductor innovation. 

University College Cork (UCC) has launched the Future Humanities Institute (FHI), marking a major milestone in its commitment to arts and humanities research.

A major new report reveals the lived experiences of Irish Travellers facing racialised inequalities in education and calls for urgent action to tackle the systemic barriers that continue to limit participation, progression and success for Traveller students.