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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

What would you do to make your campus more inclusive? The Inclusive Campus Challenge asks students to create an innovative and implementable solution that would actively contribute to combating hate and promoting equity, diversity and inclusion: www.ul.ie/ecsh/shine-a... #StudyatUL

An aerial photograph of the University of Limerick campus. It shows a river winding its way between two halves of the campus, with a curved pedestrian bridge spanning to give access to both sides. The river is surrounded by dense, mature trees, and there are large lawns with paths connecting large buildings across the campus

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

UL academic appointed Chair of Royal Irish Academy Physical Chemical and Mathematical Sciences Committee Congratulations to Dr Romina Gaburro will serve in this role for the duration of her 2026-2030 term with the Academy: www.ul.ie/news/ul-acad... #StudyatUL

Photograph of a person in a grey houndstooth pattern jacket over a black top. They have their arms folded and are smiling at the camera while seen outdoors

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Acclaimed novelist Donal Ryan among four alumni honoured by University of Limerick The four recipients join a distinguished group of alumni recognised since the awards began in 2006. They are drawn from UL’s global alumni of more than 140,000 graduates: www.ul.ie/news/acclaim... #StudyatUL

Photograph of four people in smart attire holding trophies shaped like deer antlers. They are seen outdoors, with trees behind them on a gravel driveway, with the sun slowly setting behind them

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Budget 2027 must tackle Ireland’s universities €250m funding gap University Chairs, including UL Chancellor Professor Brigid Laffan, call for higher education funding gap to be addressed to support Ireland's economic success and democratic resilience: www.businesspost.ie/uncategorize...

Photograph of a long pedestrian bridge with people walking and cycling across it. It spans a wide river, with reeds clearly seen in below the water, and both the bridge and river are nestled amongst dense, mature trees

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The scientists and engineers of the future! We're so proud of all those being conferred with their degrees today, who will go on to shape and improve the world around us We hope that all of you, and your families, enjoyed celebrating your successes www.ul.ie/news/educati... #StudyAtUL

Photograph of five students with a racing car that they have built. Four students are gathered around the car, with one sat inside. They are all wearing smart clothing under black and gold academic robes and are smiling at the camera, as they celebrate their graduation from University of Limerick

Photograph of three men in suits under black and gold academic robes. The man in the foreground has his arms folded and is smiling at the camera, wearing a matching black mortarboard hat. Behind him, his friends have thrown their mortarboards in the air in celebration as they mark their graduation from University of Limerick

Photograph of a family of six people, all wearing red and white clothing with striking, intricate patterns. In the middle, a woman is wearing black and gold academic robes over the top of her dress and a matching black mortarboard hat. She is celebrating her graduation from University of Limerick with her family

Photograph of two parents with their toddler. On the left, the mother is wearing a purple dress under a black cardigan. In the middle is their son, in a blue jumper with "Polo" written in red on it. On the right is the father, in a suit under bright red, black and gold academic robes. He is celebrating his graduation from University of Limerick

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

A beautiful day for celebrating! The sun is out and Autumn Conferrings have begun. More than 3,000 UL students are due to be conferred this week, joining more than 140,000 alumni worldwide Congratulations to each and every one of you. Enjoy your well-earned celebrations #HomeofFirsts #StudyatUL

Photograph of a man in white and blue patterned clothes under a bright red, black and gold academic robe, with matching black hat, with red tassle. He is celebrating his graduation from University of Limerick

Photograph of two women in smart clothing under black and gold academic robes, with matching black mortarboard caps. They are waving their hands in the air and smiling as they celebrate graduating from University of Limerick

Photograph of two women sat on a marble bench in the sunlight. On the left is a woman in a very pale blue dress under a black and gold academic robe. She is wearing a matching black mortarboard hat, which is being adjusted by the woman on the right, who is in a floral dress

Photograph of three women sat together next to a large paved plaza in the sunlight. The woman in the middle is wearing a leopard print dress under black and gold academic robes, and a matching mortarboard hat,as she celebrates graduating from University of Limerick.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

The first of our Autumn Conferring ceremonies will get underway shortly, with a record of 12 ceremonies taking place over six days this week For those unable to make it to the ceremony in person, you can watch live here: www.youtube.com/live/XVGC-3F...

Photograph of two people, a man and a woman. He is dressed in a blue suit, with a white shirt and a blue tie under black and gold academic robes and a matching black mortarboard hat. She is in a black dress. They are both wearing sunglasses and are holding them while smiling at the camera

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

"A recent UL report warned that water used by AI data centres is expected to equal the everyday water needs of 1.3 billion people by 2030." UL's Professor Jeff Punch discusses other potential ways to cool data centres to reduce their enormous impact: theconversation.com/theres-a-bet...

Photograph of a data centre. It is a large industrial building situated next to a river

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

"The annual cost of sending a child to secondary school can exceed €2,800, once transport, clothing, lunches and activities are included.” Simon Clancy from UL’s School of Education discusses the hidden cost of education on RTÉ Brainstorm Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StayCurious #StudyAtUL

Photograph showing a desk covered in notes on paper and a computer tablet in the middle. The are many arms coming into the picture, all pointing at the tablet as people work together to solve a common problem

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Athena Swan Gold and Silver Awards for UL UL's Department of Physics & Faculty of Educational and Health Sciences recognised for ongoing commitment to equality and embedding equality, diversity and inclusion principles throughout the work of the department www.ul.ie/news/athena-... #StudyatUL

Photograph of a large building with brown brick and brown metal cladding. On the nearest end is a multi-storey glass window. This is the library at University of Limerick.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

"The Tour de France is one of the best demonstrations of how far the human body can be pushed before biology begins to fight back." In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Professor Brian Carson and Dr Catherine Norton explore the toll that the Tour de France takes on the human body. www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

A large group of cyclists cycling on a road during the Tour de France.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Leading national and international experts gathered at UL to highlight the importance of involving migrants in research about their health. The Irish EU Presidency associated event was an initiative of the Refugee Migrant Health Partnership and the Department of Health. www.ul.ie/news/ul-host...

A group of eight people standing outside the School of Medicine on the UL campus.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

UL's Professor Owen Doody spoke to News at One on RTÉ Radio 1 about a new report by UL researchers that evaluates the Community Access Support Team (CAST) pilot project, a groundbreaking initiative between An Garda Síochána and HSE Mid West Mental Health Services. www.rte.ie/radio/podcas...

UL researchers along with Professor Deirdre McGrath, Dean of UL's Faculty of Education and Health Sciences and Dr Liz Kingston, Head of UL's School of Nursing and Midwifery. They are standing outside beside two Garda CAST cars. Professor Owen Doody who led the UL research team and Professor Deirdre McGrath are standing in the foreground holding a copy of the UL report on the CAST pilot project.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

UL ‘proud to support’ Ireland’s Presidency of Council of the European Union As a host of key EU Presidency events, in partnership with Limerick City and County Council, UL is proud to contribute to meaningful European engagement, collaboration and dialogue: www.ul.ie/news/ul-prou... #StudyatUL

Photograph of a group of six people stood on top of a tall building overlooking Limerick city, with a wide river in the background. They are all smiling at the camera as they hoist the European flag (blue with twelve yellow stars) up a flagpole, signifying the city's role in hosting European Presidency events

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

A new report from University of Limerick has revealed how the Community Access Support Team (CAST) pilot project, a pioneering partnership between An Garda Síochána and HSE Mid West, is transforming responses to people experiencing mental health crises Read on: www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...

Professor Owen Doody, UL School of Nursing and Midwifery; UL President Professor Shane Kilcommins; Assistant Commissioner Catharina Gunne; Superintendent Andrew Lacey, An Garda Síochána; and Nuala Kelly, HSE Mid West Mental Health Services, standing beside a Garda CAST car. Two people are holding copies of the CAST project report by University of Limerick. The UL Library, a large brown building, is in the background.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

"UL is a great place to study with a beautiful campus that offers a unique student experience" In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we chat to Biomedical Engineering graduate Dr Clíona McCarthy, an Engineer on the R&D Craniomaxillofacial Team at Stryker Limerick www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StayCurious

UL graduate Clíona McCarthy. She is dressed in a red and black graduation robe and a black velvet hat with a red tassel. There are green shrubs behind her.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

A showcase of cancer research at UL has brought members of the public behind the laboratory doors Co-hosted by Breakthrough Cancer Research and UL’s Limerick Digital Cancer Research Centre, the event showcased the ground-breaking cancer research happening across UL Read: www.ul.ie/news/breakth...

A group of people in lab coats listening to a speaker in a modern laboratory with scientific equipment.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

'Redefining lifelong learning': UL celebrates first cohort of age friendly university learners The initiative offers a unique opportunity to participate in university-level learning without the need for prior formal qualifications for retired adults and people over 65: www.ul.ie/news/redefin...

Photograph of two women smiling at the camera. The woman on the left is dressed in a dark blue and cream top and cream trousers, while the woman on the right is holding a Certificate of Attendance, and she is wearing bright red glasses and a yellow shirt under a cream blazer

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Professor Kenneth Stanton, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Science and Engineering and Professor of Materials Engineering at UL, has been conferred as a Fellow of the Irish Academy of Engineering. Read on: www.ul.ie/news/ul-exec... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious

UL's Professor Kenneth Stanton (centre) with Irish Academy of Engineering President Sean Finlay and Honourable Secretary David Dumigan. Professor Stanton is holding a framed certificate. They are all dressed in suits and ties.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service is appealing to the UL community to attend their upcoming blood donation clinic in Castletroy Warm weather has led to a notable drop in donations nationally, and help is needed to keep saving lives New donors welcome: www.giveblood.ie

A green graphic with text that reads: "Save a life, give blood. Upcoming blood donation clinic, Castletroy Park Hotel. Monday 29th June and Tuesday 30th June. 16:20 to 19:40. Call 1800 222 111 or visit www.giveblood.ie to book an appointment"

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

With Ireland likely to break its national heat record today, find out how UL Graduates are tackling climate and sustainability challenges Our new MSc in Sustainability and Climate Futures develops skills in climate risk and resilience to tackle the urgent risks we face: www.ul.ie/gps/news/ul-...

Photograph of a long, curved pedestrian bridge in the morning sun. The sky has an orange glow that is cast across the many dense, mature trees lining the river over which the bridge crosses

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

UL academics recognised at Regional Teaching Excellence Awards Dr Christina O’Connor, Dr Shalini Singh and Dr Adam Toth were all presented with finalist certificates in recognition of their excellence, innovation and impact in teaching: www.ul.ie/news/ul-acad... #StudyatUL

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

"You don't want to be arguing about money on holidays as that's really going to take the joy out of it." UL's Dr Ann-Marie Creaven shared some tips with Anton Savage on Newstalk Breakfast about how to avoid a fallout when holidaying with family and friends. Listen: www.newstalk.com/podcasts/hig...

A blue suitcase with a pair of sunglasses and a straw hat resting on top of it.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

University of Limerick named among world’s top universities in new global rankings UL has climbed to 388th place globally in the prestigious rankings, marking its highest-ever position while retaining its ranking of fifth in Ireland for a second consecutive year www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyatUL

Photograph of a curved pedestrian bridge crossing a wide, clear river surrounded by dense, mature trees in full leaf. There are people walking and cycling across the bridge on a clear, sunny day

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

"This partnership with Doon Social Farm highlights how learning can extend beyond the classroom & make a real difference in the community." UL students have devised a recipe book for primary school children designed to encourage healthy eating habits. Read: www.ul.ie/news/ul-stud... #StayCurious

A group of primary school children holding copies of the Happy Saplings recipe book. UL students are standing behind the children.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

UL's Dr Emma Smith has led Ireland’s first ever comprehensive review of assistive technology provision. The Assistive Technology Capacity Assessment Report for Ireland provides a roadmap for building a more inclusive, efficient & sustainable assistive technology system. www.ul.ie/news/ul-rese...

Dr Emma Smith speaking at a lectern. There is a green sign at the front of the lectern that says 'Government of Ireland'. There is a large screen behind her.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Following yesterday's announcement from Downing Street that the UK will ban social media for under-16s, UL's Dr Ruth Melia spoke to the Irish Examiner about why an outright ban on social media for under-16s will not work Read: www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41... #StayCurious @ulpsych.bsky.social

Two teenagers scrolling on mobile phones.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

University of Limerick is to lead a new €60 million research centre to undertake research and innovation in making the next generation of medicines. Find out more: www.ul.ie/news/ul-to-l... #StayCurious #StudyAtUL

Photograph of six people in smart work clothes stood outside a building as they pose for a picture

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

“Staying curious keeps you open to growth & new opportunities." Olympian and Ireland hockey star, Naomi Carroll, swapped the green jersey for a graduation robe as she was conferred with a Professional Diploma in School Leadership from UL. Read on: www.ul.ie/news/olympia... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious

UL graduate Naomi Carroll with her husband John and 8-month-old son Peadar. Naomi is dressed in a black graduation cap and a black graduation robe with a blue and yellow sash. They are standing outside on a sunny day.

Ireland hockey player and UL graduate Naomi Carroll playing at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She is playing on a blue hockey field and running forward to hit the ball with her hockey stick. Photo: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

"A home that never burps is likely to have higher levels of indoor pollution and a greater build-up of exhaled air." In the latest RTÉ Brainstorm podcast, UL's Dr Vikram Niranjan examines the benefits of house-burping. 🎧 www.rte.ie/radio/radio1... #StayCurious #StudyAtUL

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

International experts gather at UL to share how research is 'turning evidence into action' Representing over 60 organisations across healthcare services, academia & policy sectors, the conference brought together researchers, policymakers and practitioners: www.ul.ie/news/interna... #StayCurious

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

A new immersive learning experience at UL is preparing nursing & midwifery students to make a difference in healthcare. The state-of-the-art Simulation Suite at UL’s School of Nursing & Midwifery will bridge the gap between classroom theory & real-world clinical practice. www.ul.ie/news/new-sim...

Professor Deirdre McGrath, Dean of UL's Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Dr Liz Kingston, Head of UL's School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Melissa Browne, Clinical Skills and Simulation Educator. They are standing at the entrance to a building. There are green and white balloons at either side of the doorway. There is a pull up sign in the doorway that says 'Nursing and Midwifery'.

Dr Liz Kingston, Head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Melissa Browne, Clinical Skills and Simulation Educator, and Professor Pauline Meskell, former Head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery, standing by a bedside in a simulated hospital ward. There is a manikin in the hospital bed.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

"The Reddit map shows that mental health problems are far more connected than the official diagnostic system suggests." In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Dr Srebrenka Letina outlines her research into the posting patterns of over half a million Reddit users. Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StayCurious

A woman holding her hands to her head in distress

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Photograph of a large glass building in the shape of a cube. Its highly polished surface is reflecting a blue sky and large, billowy clouds

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Congratulations to everyone who was conferred this week We're incredibly proud to have more than 1,200 new alumni joining the more than 135,000 worldwide We hope you enjoyed celebrating your hard work, talent and success with your loved ones over the last two days #StudyatUL

Photograph of a woman in a red dress under red, black and gold graduation robes. She is wearing a black cap with a red tassle and has her arms flung into the air in joy as she celebrates being conferred with her PhD.

Photograph of a family of four taking a selfie. They are all dressed smartly and are smiling into their phone camera. The eldest daughter is dressed in a light pink dress under black graduation robes, with a matching black mortarboard hat, as she celebrates her graduation from University of Limerick

Photograph of a father and his daughter under the dappled light of a tree. She is on the left, and dressed all in pink, while holding her doll. She is being held by her father, who is dressed in a blue suit, blue shirt and blue tie under black graduation robes with a matching graduation hat as he celebrates being conferred with his degree by University of Limerick

A line of six women, all dressed in smart attire under black graduation gowns and black mortarboard hats. They are all pointing at the woman on the right's bright pink shoes, which she has lifed into the air with a kick, as they smile and celebrate their graduation from University of Limerick

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Enormous congratulations to everyone being conferred in today's morning ceremony For family and friends who aren't able to attend in person, you can cheer on your loved ones in the ceremony livestream here: www.youtube.com/live/PJ2HOZ9... #StudyatUL

A photograph of a man and a woman. He is dressed in a dark blue suit, white shirt and blue tie under black and gold graduation robes. She is dressed in a black dress. Both are wearing sunglasses and holding them as they smile into the camera

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

We're proud to say that the UL Student Centre is in the running for the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland Public Choice Award Find out more & cast your vote ahead of the deadline at 5pm on Monday 15th June: independent.ie/irish-news/w... #StudyatUL

Photograph of a large brick building with students sat outside studying on concrete steps next to a lawn. It is a sunny say with a bright blue sky and whisps of cloud

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Students showcase innovative solutions for a better society at Design@UL. The exhibition of over 70 projects from final year students at UL’s internationally acclaimed School of Architecture and Product Design will run at Limerick’s Istabraq Hall until 4 June. www.ul.ie/news/student... #StudyAtUL

UL Architecture student Isobel Reidy holding her architectural design. President of UL, Professor Shane Kilcommins, and Professor Leonard O'Sullivan, Head of UL's School of Architecture and Product Design are both dressed in suits and standing beside Isobel outside on a sunny day.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

"This award is both recognition of my work & strong encouragement to continue contributing to more inclusive & impactful science." UL's Dr Olwyn Mahon has been awarded the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science UK & Ireland Young Talent Award in Engineering. www.ul.ie/news/ul-rese... #StayCurious

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

Professor Kevin Ryan, Vice President of Research and Innovation at UL, has been admitted to the Royal Irish Academy for his exceptional contribution to science. Professor Ryan is one of 29 new members to be admitted to the RIA. www.ul.ie/news/ul-vice... #StayCurious @ulresearch.bsky.social

Professor Daniel Carey, President of the Royal Irish Academy and Professor Kevin Ryan, UL Vice President of Research and Innovation. Both are dressed in academic robes and Daniel is handing Kevin a scroll with a red ribbon.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

"This breakthrough could help power the world’s clean-energy transition." In The Conversation, Dr Syed Abdul Ahad explains how research at UL's Bernal Institute led to the production of a world-first battery that combines the strengths of sodium and lithium. theconversation.com/could-sodium...

Dr Syed Abdul Ahad and Dr Hugh Geaney in the battery laboratory at UL's Bernal Institute. They are dressed in lab coats and safety glasses. They are holding a yin-yang symbol that says 'Sodium' and 'Lithium'.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

"The cost of inaction is high. When addiction takes hold, it can hollow out a person’s life but it also weakens the wider economy." In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Dr Vikram Niranjan examines the serious and growing burden of drug use in Ireland. Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StayCurious

A person holding a small plastic bag containing white powder.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

In The Conversation, Professor Katie Robinson, Dr Íde O'Shaughnessy and Christina Hayes from UL's Ageing Research Centre examine the ways in which frailty can be slowed down and even reversed for some people. Read on: theconversation.com/ageing-with-... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious

An elderly woman walking through a garden of flowers.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

UL researcher awarded funding for forest and carbon storage research Professor Ken Byrne's DiReCarbon project focuses on natural disturbances to forests and carbon storage in Ireland in the context of the Climate Crisis www.ul.ie/news/ul-rese... #StudyatUL #StayCurious

Man leaning on handle of a shovel in outdoor setting

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

"Moss could offer environmental benefits over grass, from trapping air pollution to slowing rainwater runoff during heavy storms." In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Dr Pedram Vousoughi outlines the fascinating features of moss. Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious

A car driving along a road in heavy rain.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

In this week's Alumni Spotlight, we speak to Owen Tarrant, a graduate of Sport & Exercise Sciences at UL & co-founder of Matchbox Fitness & YourLife, whose career has seen him work with the Chiefs in New Zealand, the Kobelco Steelers in Japan & Munster Rugby. www.ul.ie/news/univers... #StudyAtUL

UL graduate Owen Tarrant. He is dressed in a grey hoodie. The background is blurred behind him.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

As the Enhanced Games are due to be held in Las Vegas this weekend, UL's Dr Catherine Norton outlines in the Irish Examiner the serious questions the competition raises about health, fairness and the future of sport. www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/comm... #StayCurious @pesslimerick.bsky.social

Irish Olympian swimmer Shane Ryan. He is wearing a swimming hat and goggles and has his arms raised in the air in a swimming motion.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Wonderful to welcome the Limerick Branch of Irish Guide Dogs back to campus today as part of Global Accessibility Awareness Week Just one of the many GAAD events at UL this week, but especially apt as Irish Guide Dogs celebrates it 50th anniversary this year Join in here: www.ul.ie/eatc/global-...

Photograph of two people sat on the floor with two dogs between them, a black labrador called Peaches, and a golden Labrador called Logan, who is licking the face of the person he is sat beside.

These are ambassador dogs from Irish Guide Dogs who are at University of Limerick for Global Accessibility Awareness Week and are pictured with Holly Fitzgerald and Tara Buckley.

Photograph of a dog and a person in a paved courtyard. The dog, a golden Labrador called Logan, is sat on the left while Sean Byrnes, a co-op student at University of Limerick, is on the right in a blue gilet jacket over a red top.

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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

UL researchers awarded funding designed to support the next generation of research leaders More than €1.3m in funding to support Dr Bezrukov's studies into reducing atmospheric CO2 levels, and Dr Laishram’s project to develop flexible, energy-efficient LED displays www.ul.ie/news/ul-rese...

Photo of man in white lab coat holding up a vile in lab setting

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