Our Stories of Impact

A leading researcher in biomedical science, based at University College Cork’s flagship Tyndall National Institute, has received a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant award, to support his groundbreaking research that aims to eliminate skin colour bias in healthcare.

The operation of the in-camera rule in Ireland is to be examined by a new independent research project undertaken by legal and social experts in University College Cork (UCC) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD).

Researchers at Tyndall National Institute, based at University Cork (UCC), have developed a groundbreaking sensor that will allow farmers to reduce their use of chemical fertilisers.

• FOODPATH is an initiative dedicated to identifying and addressing the determinants of food-related inequalities in Europe.
• The €1.6 million project includes partners from six European countries and is led by Dr Janas Harrington in the School of Public Health at UCC.
• FOODPATH will provide the necessary structural changes to ensure all European citizens, regardless of socioeconomic status, can make healthier food choices.

One of the top 10 Food Scientists in the world, researchers in the area of dementia palliative care, and the team behind the development and delivery of bespoke in person Sexual Ethics and Respectful Relationships training to personnel of the Irish Defence Forces across the country, were among the awardees to have their contributions to research and innovation honoured at the 2023 University College Cork Research and Innovation Awards, held at Devere Hall on Wednesday, May 29th.

• Over 50 speakers and 200 participants from over 40 countries to attend Cork conference
• Global Lifelong Learning Week 2024 will address Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, Ambiguity in our world
• UCC hosting week-long events featuring international educational leaders

A major new report which examines the global food & beverage sector is launched today in University College Cork (UCC).

• Scientists discover ‘zoned development’ in dinosaur skin, with zones of reptile-style scales and zones of bird-like skin with feathers.
• New dinosaur skin fossil found to be composed of silica – the same as glass.
• Discovery sheds light on evolution from scales to feathers.

• New UCC study shows how listening to mental health podcasts positively influences mental health literacy.
• Mental health podcasts reduce stigma and increase help seeking behaviour.
• Results indicate that podcasts are being utilised by those who are frustrated with gaps in access to mental health services.

• The National Suicide Research Foundation, located at UCC, redesignated as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Surveillance and Research in Suicide Prevention.
• The long-standing collaborative partnership between UCC and the NSRF will continue its work in the prevention and intervention of suicide.