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Dr Waleed Faisal, CEO ArrayPatch.
09 Apr 2026

UCC spin-out ArrayPatch expands microneedle patch technology for delivery of peptide-based medicines

ArrayPatch, a spin-out from UCC’s School of Pharmacy, has acquired new microneedle patch technology to support the delivery of peptide-based medicines. The acquisition strengthens the company’s drug delivery platform and complements its existing DerMap technology, which delivers medications via a pain-free, dissolvable microneedle patch that releases medication under the skin.
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Prof Conor O'Mahony (Photo credit: Sarah Bastin)
01 Apr 2026

Professor Conor O’Mahony appointed to the Council of State

Professor Conor O’Mahony, Dean of the School of Law at University College Cork, has been appointed by President Catherine Connolly to the Council of State.
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31 Mar 2026

Early career researchers receive awards to support enterprise-engaged research

Six University College Cork (UCC) early career researchers have been awarded Research Ireland Enterprise Fellowships, enabling them to gain experience beyond academic settings through defined research collaborations, while providing enterprise partners with access to academic knowledge and skills relevant to their interests.
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31 Mar 2026

Early career researchers receive awards to support enterprise-engaged research

Six University College Cork (UCC) early career researchers have been awarded Research Ireland Enterprise Fellowships, enabling them to gain experience beyond academic settings through defined research collaborations, while providing enterprise partners with access to academic knowledge and skills relevant to their interests.
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