Defining what distinguishes the unique actions of insulin and studying the role that certain bacteria play in metabolising bile acids in our guts in people with inflammatory bowel disease are the two University College Cork (UCC) projects to receive funding under the Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme.

Ireland must protect its transition towards net-zero emissions by 2050 from supply chain disruptions and geopolitical conflicts, according to a University College Cork (UCC) researcher leading a project on safeguarding Ireland’s energy transition.

Eli Lilly and Company is collaborating with University College Cork (UCC) experts on innovative research on the effects of translocation and climate change on indigenous grassland species.  

Over 150 early-career researchers and 50 industry representatives from 23+ leading organisations gathered at Croke Park for FÍOR '25 – Fostering Industry Outreach & Research Collaboration on 12 February. 

A study of deer droppings in North Wales could shed light on the conservation of woodlands in the UK.

Teams of secondary school students from Munster convened at University College Cork on 8 February for the Cork region Finals of the FIRST® LEGO® League.

Dr Eric Moore and colleagues from the School of Chemistry, UCC recently attended the I Wish showcase event at the RDS. 

In the time since Storm Éowyn made land-fall in Ireland, the impact on infrastructure such as electricity networks, communication towers, water treatment plants has been devastating. Hundreds of thousands of people had basic services cut off. Many continue to suffer.  

The first Tech Talk of 2025 at the School of Computer Science and Information Technology was held on 28 January, attracting over 70 delegates, including researchers, industry leaders, and experts.

The School of Chemistry held its inaugural prize-giving event for student prizes and awards in January recognising student performance and achievement across the various degree programmes and years within the School.