TU Dublin Establishes 21 Research Centres to Tackle Global Challenges
Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) is proud to announce the establishment of 21 designated Research Centres aligned to its 5 distinctive research priorities. This prestigious recognition underscores the excellence in research and collaborative innovation demonstrated by these centres, enhancing TU Dublin’s reputation as a leading institution for research and innovation.
The designated centres encompass a wide range of disciplines and are multidisciplinary in nature. They are united by a shared commitment to advancing knowledge and addressing critical societal, technological, and industrial challenges. Through their innovative work, these centres will contribute significantly to the university's mission of pushing the boundaries of knowledge and fostering a culture of research excellence. This initiative not only strengthens TU Dublin's research and innovation capacity but also positions these centres to make impactful contributions that resonate on both national and global scales.
Dr. Brendan Jennings, Vice President, Research & Innovation at TU Dublin shared his congratulations to the successful research centres:
All of the submissions we received were high-quality, reflecting the strength and diversity of research and innovation taking place across TU Dublin. The 21 successful centres demonstrated significant expertise, potential and ambition in their respective disciplines and fields. The designation will provide them with recognition and support needed to continue driving innovation and creativity, to expand their impact on society, and to contribute to the university’s research priorities.
The designation will allow each centre to build on its previous successes, leveraging the resources and support provided by TU Dublin to continue pushing the frontiers of research. In addition, they will be empowered to pursue new collaborations, secure funding for transformative projects, and create meaningful impact in their respective fields.
The 21 centres will now embark on a new phase of their development, fully supported by TU Dublin’s Research & Innovation Strategy 2023-2028. With access to new funding opportunities and collaborative networks, these centres are well-positioned to make significant contributions to their fields on both national and global levels.
Name of Centre |
Centre Director / Manager |
Primary Location (Faculty/Service) |
Built Environment Research & Innovation Centre (BERIC) |
Dr Roisin Murphy |
Engineering and Built Environment |
Centre for AMR and One Health Research (CAMROH) |
Dr Fintan Kelleher |
Sciences and Health |
Centre for Entrepreneurial Behaviour Inclusion and Innovation (CEBII) |
Prof. Thomas Cooney |
Business |
Centre for Eye Research Ireland (CERI) |
Prof. James Loughman |
Research & Innovation |
Centre for Industrial and Engineering Optics |
Dr Suzanne Martin |
Research & Innovation |
Centre for Socially Engaged Practice-Based Research (SEPR) |
Dr Alan Grossman |
Arts and Humanities |
Centre for Sustainable Business Technology & Digital Innovation |
Dr PJ Wall |
Business |
Centre for Sustainable Digital Technologies |
Dr Steven Davy |
Research & Innovation |
Centre for Sustainable Packaging and Bioproducts |
Dr Swarna Jaiswal |
Sciences and Health |
Centre of eXplainable Artificial Intelligence |
Dr Luca Longo |
Computing, Digital and Data |
CSinc Research Centre (Computer Science Inclusive) |
Dr Keith Quille |
Computing, Digital and Data |
Food Innovation & Health Research Centre |
Dr Catherine (Rena) Barry-Ryan |
Sciences and Health |
Gaelic Sports Research Centre |
Dr. Kieran Collins |
Sciences and Health |
GradCAM |
Prof. Noel Fitzpatrick |
Arts and Humanities |
Nanolab Research Centre |
Dr Furong Tian |
Sciences and Health |
Photonics Research Centre (PRC) |
Prof. Yuliya Sememova |
Engineering and Built Environment |
Radiation and Environmental Science Centre (RESC) |
Prof. Fiona Lyng |
Research & Innovation |
Research Centre for Psychology Education and Emotional Intelligence (PEEI) |
Dr Aiden Carthy |
Arts and Humanities |
Research Centre for the Ecological Analysis of Social Inclusion and Equitable Responsibility (EASIER) |
Dr Nigel Vahey |
Arts and Humanities |
Research Centre on Inclusive and Equitable Cultures (RINCE) |
Dr Sara Clavero |
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion |
Towards People Oriented Technology (tPOT) Research Centre |
Dr Damon Berry |
Engineering and Built Environment |