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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

🎶 UL’s Irish World Music Café features in RTÉ One’s new series Ceol Le Chéile, celebrating music, culture & creative exchange. The Café forms part of UL’s Participatory Health Research Unit. 📺 Watch on RTÉ One & RTÉ Player: www.rte.ie/player/serie...

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

📢 Applications are open for the September 2026/27 Professional Diploma in Participatory Health Research at @universityoflimerick. Build your skills in public & patient involvement and join a growing research network. 🔗 www.ul.ie/study/postgr... #ULSchoolofMedicine #StudyAtUL #MedicineUL

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

📢 Fully Funded Bursary for Migrants RMHP is funding 6 places on the Postgraduate Diploma in Participatory Health Research at the University of Limerick. ✅ Fees covered (€4,000) ✅ Part-time, mainly online 📅 Apply by 29 July, 12pm More info: www.ul.ie/study/postgr... #RMHP #HealthResearch #UL

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

📢 Participants needed! Are you a Black African migrant aged 25–65 and born outside Ireland? Join a co-design workshop on improving Cervical Check information. 📅 10 July, 11am–1pm, UL. Contact: 24382302@studentmail.ul.ie Please share! #CervicalCheck #MigrantHealth

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

A few highlights from the PPI Summer School 2026, held at the University of Limerick on 11–12 June. Thank you to everyone who contributed to two inspiring days of learning, discussion, and collaboration. #PPISummerSchool2026 #PPI #HealthResearch #UL

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

🎓 That's a wrap on PPI Summer School 2026! Our final plenary featured the KTA session, Mentoring for Diversity in PPI, presented by Ger Halpin and Elizabeth O'Ferrall. Thanks to Helen Phelan and Ewa Zak-Dyndal for closing the event with interactive songs. Thank you to everyone who contributed!

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

💊 Workshop B is underway! 👥 Participants are exploring Co-creating Better Medicines with Prof Abina Crean, Dr Ayat Elgammel & Dr Edel Burton. 🤝 Discussing how patient and public perspectives can shape medicines research from the earliest stages.

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

👥 Workshop A: Finding Research Partners 🤝 A great session with Dr Jon Salsberg and Alison Johnson exploring how meaningful partnerships can strengthen research, foster collaboration, and create impact. #PPISummerSchool2026 #PPI #ResearchPartnerships

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Day 2 of #PPISummerSchool2026 is underway at @UL! 🤝 Great discussions, learning, and connections continue this morning. Thanks to all our speakers, facilitators, volunteers, and participants for making the Summer School such a success. 💙

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

📚 Workshop: From PPI to Epistemic Justice A powerful session with Dr. Maria Quinlan (HSE) exploring how we can move from public and patient involvement (PPI) towards epistemic justice, and better embed lived experience in how knowledge is created and used across the HSE.

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

📊 Workshop: From Strategy to Success: Co-creating a practical tool to measure impact. A great session with Anne Micks and John Wall exploring how the HSE Patient and Service User Experience (PSUE) programme can measure impact at national and regional level.

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🍽️ Our attendees are taking a well-deserved break, enjoying lunch and the chance to catch up with one another between sessions. It's great to see new connections being made and conversations continuing beyond the classroom.

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🍴 Nearly time to refuel! Our Summer School 2026 participants have had a busy and productive morning, and a well-deserved lunch break is almost here. Looking forward to what's still to come this afternoon! ☀️ #SummerSchool2026

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Smile everyone! 😄 Participants gathering for the Summer School 2026 group photo as we kick off an exciting few days of learning, collaboration, and new connections. 📸

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

📚 Summer School 2026 is now in session! We're delighted to welcome this year's participants and can't wait to see what everyone achieves over the coming days. Wishing everyone an enjoyable and rewarding experience. ☀️

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

⏳ 1 week to go until the 11th Annual UL PPI Summer School! 📅 11–12 June 2026 📍 University of Limerick Join us for two days of learning, workshops & networking on public and patient involvement in research. Workshop spaces are limited! 👉 Register here: lnkd.in/dh9pNFHW

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

📢 Applications are now open for the September 2026/27 Professional Diploma in Participatory Health Research. Shape the future of co created health knowledge, apply today. 🔗Apply Now using the link below: www.ul.ie/gps/courses/... #ULSchoolofMedicine #StudyAtUL #MedicineUL #UniversityOfLimerick

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

⏳ 2 weeks to go until the 11th Annual UL PPI Summer School! 📅 11–12 June 2026 📍 University of Limerick Join us for two days of learning, workshops & networking on public and patient involvement in research. Workshop spaces are limited! 👉 Register here: lnkd.in/dh9pNFHW

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

📢 Registration is now open for the 3rd National Refugee and Migrant Health Seminar on 6 July 2026 at the School of Medicine, University of Limerick. Theme: 🔹 Exploring the Social Determinants of Health 🎟️ Register here: lnkd.in/d-RGmZyd

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

⏳ 4 weeks to go until the 11th Annual UL PPI Summer School! 📅 11–12 June 2026 📍 University of Limerick Join us for two days of learning, workshops & networking on public and patient involvement in research. Workshop spaces are limited! 👉 Register here: lnkd.in/dh9pNFHW

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

📣 Registration is open for the 11th Annual UL Public & Patient Involvement (PPI) Summer School 2026! Join us on 11–12 June at the University of Limerick for networking, learning & knowledge exchange on PPI in research. Spaces are limited — register early 👇 lnkd.in/dh9pNFHW

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

GO GO GO! 🚀 Registration is now open for the 11th Annual University of Limerick (UL) Public & Patient Involvement (PPI) Summer School. A great space to connect, learn, and share knowledge on PPI in research. Spaces are limited – register early! Sign up 👉 lnkd.in/dh9pNFHW

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

🚨 Save the Date! The 11th Annual PPI Summer School is coming to UL! 📅 11–12 June 2026 📍 Kemmy Business School Expect inspiring speakers, workshops & networking on #PPI in health research. Stay tuned 👀

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

📢 Applications open for the PhD course “Theories and Methods in Research on Migration, Ethnicity and Health” 📍 University of Copenhagen 🗓 4–8 May 2026 ⏳ Apply by 15 April Explore key theories, methods, and challenges in migrant and ethnic minority health research.

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Colleagues from the School of Medicine had an enjoyable and engaging week visiting Croom Hospital, University Hospital Limerick, and University of Limerick Maternity Hospital as part of the UL Professional Pathways Roadshow, sharing information on postgraduate opportunities.

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

📢 Call for Abstracts Now Open Submissions are open for the 3rd National Refugee & Migrant Health Seminar: Exploring the Social Determinants of Health at the University of Limerick. More info & submit: www.ul.ie/research/nat... #RefugeeHealth #MigrantHealth

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

We are recruiting for Postgraduate Diploma in Participatory Health Research AY26-27. Hear what our students say here: vimeo.com/1142019671?s...

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

📢 PhD course now open for registration! “A General Introduction to Theories & Methods in Research on Migration, Ethnicity & Health” 🗓 4–8 May 2026 | 📍 Copenhagen ⏰ Deadline: 15 April 2026 🔗 Apply here: phdcourses.ku.dk/DetailKursus...

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Great national media coverage for @UL’s School of Medicine research from the Participatory Health Research Unit 📰 Findings on women’s experiences of decision-making around induction of labour featured in the Sunday Independent, Sunday Times & Mail on Sunday. 👏 Congratulations to the team.

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

🌍 Reminder to register! The Sixth Global School on Refugee & Migrant Health takes place 9–11 Dec 2025 (Geneva + online). Open to all for online participation, with interpretation in Arabic, English, French & Spanish. 👉 Register here: www.who.int/news-room/ev...

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

🚨 Last day to register! Join tomorrow’s Public & Patient Involvement Workshop: Finding Research Partners at UL. 📅 Wed, Nov 12 | 🕚 11am–1pm | 📍 Schuman Building, Room S114 Facilitators: Jon Salsberg & Alison Johnson 👉 Register today: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

🔍 PPI Workshop: Finding Research Partners Join us for this interactive session with Jon Salsberg (UL) & Alison Johnson (PPI contributor). 📅 Wed, Nov 12 | 🕚 11am–1pm 📍 Schuman Building, Room S114 👉 Register here - forms.office.com/Pages/Respon... #PPI #Research #UL #PPINetwork #HealthResearch

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

🔍 Public & Patient Involvement Workshop: Finding Research Partners Looking to connect with the right partners for your research? Join us Wed Nov 12, 11am–1pm - Schuman Building - Room S114 for a practical PPI workshop with Jon Salsberg & Alison Johnson. 👉 Register here - shorturl.at/SQDHd

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

At last weeks seminar Postdoc Deepanjali Vishwakarma presented on the MiHealth project. A project based on 'Strengthening health information systems for refugee and migrant health policy and practice in Ireland' A fantastic presentation followed by a truly evocative discussion! #ul #ppi #research

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

The PHR Unit was absolutely delighted to have Professor Pauline O'Reilly from the School of Nursing and Midwifery speak at our weekly seminar on her project 'Identifying the quality-of-life needs of adults with Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis (SJS/TEN)' #UL #PPI #Research

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

🌍🎶 Great to share our work with WHO Europe on using participatory methods — including music & singing — to build partnerships in migration health research. Showcased the PPI INCLUDES project & Le Chéile performance. #MigrationHealth #PPI #ArtsInResearch #UL

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

🎶 Tower Seminar @ UL Songwriting as a Participatory Method in Migrant Health Research 📅 Wed 15 Oct | 🕓 4–5:30PM | 📍 Theatre 2, Irish World Academy Featuring co-created songs, stories & insights on migrant healthcare. #MigrantHealth #ArtsInResearch #UL

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

🚨 Registration closes soon! 🚨 Don’t miss our Intro to PPI & PHR Workshop on Oct 15 (11am–12pm, online). ⏰ Registration closes Oct 8 – just 7 days away! 🔗 Register: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

🎶💜 Pregnant in Limerick? Join our MuM (Mums Using Music) Community! 📍 Thursday mornings @ Northside Family Resource Centre 👶 For mums-to-be (18–35 weeks pregnant by Oct 2025, age 18+) More info 👉 info@northsidefrc.ie | (061) 326 623

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

📢 Online Workshop: Intro to PPI & PHR 🗓 Wed Oct 15 | ⏰ 11am–12pm | 💻 Webinar Learn how public & patient involvement shapes health research. Facilitators: 👤 Jon Salsberg (UL) 👤 Alison Johnson (HRB/PPI) 🔗 Register: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon... #PPI #HealthResearch #UL

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

🌟 Calling all PhD students! 🌟 The inaugural UL National PPI Excellence Award is open for applications! 🗓 Deadline: Oct 15th 📧 Info & applications: ppi-ignite@ul.ie Let’s celebrate the impact of meaningful PPI in research 💡

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

🎭 Legislative Theatre Workshop: Who Cares for the Carer? Join us in Galway City, 26–28 September, for a unique theatre workshop facilitated by José Soeiro. 💡 How can theatre amplify the voices of carers and spark social change? Be part of the conversation!

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

🎉 Big congrats to Kyriaki Pantelidou & Siobhán O’Reilly! Winners of the 2025 PPI Ignite @ UL bursaries (€2k each) supporting inclusive health research. 🎵👶🌟👵🧑‍🎨 🔗 Learn more: www.ul.ie/ehs/medicine...

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

Doing our MPH research on migrants’ views of cancer screening — big thanks to the Dept. of Health & Joseph Cully for hosting us + sharing policy insights. Grateful to work with Refugee & Migrant Health Partnership & NSS.

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

🔍 Ethical dilemmas in PPI research? Join Dr. Virginia Minogue & Dr. Jon Salsberg at #PPIUL24 as they unpack the complex realities of power-sharing, IP, community rights & trust in research partnerships. 🧭 Towards values-based PPI @phrunit-ul.bsky.social

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

🔬 Workshop B: Starting Together Dr Edel Burton shares reflections on co-creating a meaningful #PPI partnership in the context of chronic disease and medication management. 💬 Real experiences 🤝 Collaborative lessons 🏥 Patient-centred research @phrunit-ul.bsky.social

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Participatory Health Research Unit @phrunit-ul.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

PPI in cancer research is more than a checkbox — it’s about collaboration, trust & lived experience. At #PPIUL24, Lorna Kerin shares how partnership in cancer research brings new insights, impact & hope. @phrunit-ul.bsky.social

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