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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
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Silicon Republic @siliconrepublic.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Dr Maria Alhajji discusses her battery research and the Sophia Project, a physics outreach initiative at UL that engages schools.
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'Physics is not simply a collection of equations' for this UL researcher
For Dr Maria Alhajji of University of Limerick's physics department, the connection between theory and reality is fascinating.
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European University Association (EUA) @eua.eu · 23/09/2026
Recent developments demonstrate just how important dedicated instruments and training are to career development for young researchers and doctoral candidates, write Ann MacPhail (@unioflimerick.bsky.social) and Simon Marti (#EUACDE) in this #DoctoralDebate article 📝 bit.ly/4bXfnTR
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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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ilovelimerick.bsky.social @ilovelimerick.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
2026 All-Ireland Final Man of the Match Cathal O’Neill graduates from University of Limerick💚💚 #limerick #lovelimerick #limerickandproud #limerickcity #education @unioflimerick.bsky.social www.ilovelimerick.ie/cathal-oneil...
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2026 All-Ireland Final Man of the Match Cathal O’Neill graduates from University of Limerick
Limerick senior hurling star and All-Ireland Man of the Match, Cathal O’Neill, graduated with a BSc in Physical Education with Irish from UL. Photo: Alan Place Limerick senior hurling star, […]
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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 LimerickPhotograph 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 LimerickPhotograph 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 familyPhotograph 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 LimerickPhotograph 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 LimerickPhotograph 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 dressPhotograph 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...
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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
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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
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
How can we teach toddlers about consent in an age appropriate way? UL's Dr Ann-Marie Creaven and Ellen O'Malley Dunlop discuss why consent is a fundamental life skill that children should learn about from pre-school age. www.rte.ie/radio/radio1... @ulpsych.bsky.social @ulsol.bsky.social
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Ask before touching: Why children should learn about consent from pre-school age
Ellen O'Malley Dunlop, member of the Council of Europe's Expert Group on Violence Against Women // Dr. Ann-Marie Creaven, Associate Professor in Psychology at the University of Limerick
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Would you know what to do if someone suffered a cardiac arrest in the street or in your own home? In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Stephen O'Flaherty, a paramedic and Community First Responder, outlines the life saving actions you can take before the ambulance arrives www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StudyAtUL
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Would you know what to do if someone collapsed in front of you?
Ordinary people can become the first link in a lifesaving response meaning community resuscitation is the vital initial response before the ambulance arrives
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
“AI as it stands wouldn’t be a safe replacement but there are ways in which mental health professionals could utilise AI to maximise their clinical time." In the Irish Independent, UL's Dr Ruth Melia discusses the benefits & dangers of AI in mental health care. www.independent.ie/county/limer...
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Clinical psychologist on the benefits and dangers of AI in mental health care – ‘As it stands it is not a safe replacement’
Dr Ruth Melia says clinicians must improve AI literacy as increasing amount of people turn to chatbots for help instead of in-person therapy
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
“Professionals working in the health system need to understand not just how to use AI tools, but how to trust, interrogate, explain & govern them appropriately." UL's Professor Martin Hayes on why AI systems need to be robust in safety-critical environments. www.siliconrepublic.com/innovation/w...
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Why AI systems need to be robust in safety-critical environments
UL’s Prof Martin Hayes on his systems theory research, why ‘pi-shaped’ graduates are the future of engineering, and the importance of patience.
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
"Understanding how bots shape opinions may become just as important as understanding the messages they deliver." In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Dr Ana Jovančević, Dr Elaine Smith and Professor Mike Quayle examine how social bots persuade people. www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StayCurious
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Are social media bots influencing your opinions?
Social bots already shape online discussions around major issues with people struggling to recognise their use and influence
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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 28/07/2026
Congratulations to our new member @kevinmryan.bsky.social who is vice-president of research and innovation at the @unioflimerick.bsky.social and professor of chemical nanotechnology. Learn more about Admittance Day 2026 and read the citation for Professor Ryan: www.ria.ie/2026/05/22/2...
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
"Luck itself cannot be predicted, yet its repeated appearance is almost inevitable." In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Dr Karol Dillon examines the influence of chance and the importance of luck on All-Ireland final day. Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious @pesslimerick.bsky.social
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How important is luck in an All Ireland final?
Managers and coaches don't like talking about luck because it diminishes their roles, yet there are moments that decide games that defy planning
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
As the Tour de France enters its final stages this week, have you ever wondered how many pro cyclists it would take to power essential items in your home? In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Professor Jeff Punch examines how much energy the human engine can generate. www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StayCurious
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How many professional cyclists would it take to boil a kettle?
A Tour de France cyclist could pump out a power level of roughly 300 watts in an hour, which at current Irish prices would cost 12 cents
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
On the RTÉ Brainstorm podcast, UL's Dr Megan Vine spoke to Ronan Kelly about her research on women's sheds and the importance of these spaces for social connection and well-being. Listen: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious @ulpsych.bsky.social
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Why women are taking to the sheds in Ireland
There are 120 or so women's sheds in operation around the country at present and that number is on the rise
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Ahead of the All-Ireland hurling final this Sunday, UL's Dr John Perry examines how Limerick and Galway hurlers can prepare themselves mentally to rise to such a momentous occasion. Read on RTÉ Brainstorm: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious @pesslimerick.bsky.social
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Why an All-Ireland final should never feel like just another game
'Win or lose, players will remember the tunnel, the noise building around Croke Park and the teammates beside them for the rest of their lives'
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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
"You'll have to acknowledge your own contribution to it or at least accept that someone else's perspective is different to yours & if you can do that, you might have a chance of moving on." UL's Dr Ann-Marie Creaven spoke to RTÉ Radio 1 about how to repair family rifts. www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
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Fractured families: Can you mend estranged relationships?
Dr. Ann Marie Creaven, Department of Psychology, University of Limerick and Jo Hemmings, Behavioural Psychologist specialising in media and news analysis
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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 · 13/07/2026
“I wanted to explore how the design could make cervical screening more accessible & less intimidating for women" UL student Emilia Janik spoke to the Irish Independent about REALA, an at-home cervical screening device that she designed for her final year project www.independent.ie/county/clare...
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‘I wanted to explore how cervical screening could be less intimidating’ - Meet the Clare student trying to make checks more comfortable
Everyone who requires regular smear testing will know how uncomfortable the experience can be; dropping your pants in front of a stranger at a clinic or your GP.
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
As Limerick prepare to take on Galway in the All-Ireland final, UL's Dr Catherine Norton and Professor Brian Carson look back on Limerick's win over Wexford in the 1918 All-Ireland final and analyse the tactics of team trainer Jim D'Alton. www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... @pesslimerick.bsky.social
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The science of winning an All-Ireland final over 100 years ago
Are there lessons for Limerick and Galway in how Limerick trainer Jim D'Alton prepared his All Ireland winners in 1919?
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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 · 08/07/2026
"Intergenerational programmes should be encouraged and supported within communities." In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Siobhán O'Reilly examines how the Emmy award-winning comedy, Hacks, highlights the importance of intergenerational connection and the subtleties of ageism. www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
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How Hacks TV series highlights value of intergenerational bonds
It was once common for kids, parents and grandparents to live under one roof, but more structured intergenerational links are now necessary to tackle ageism
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
A new study from UL's Professor Catherine Woods and Dr Kwok Ng, with Dr Wesley O'Brien from UCC, has revealed that children and teenagers from non-Irish backgrounds are less likely to play GAA. Read on: www.independent.ie/irish-news/y... #StayCurious
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Youngsters from non-Irish backgrounds less likely to play GAA, study finds
Researchers detect ‘challenge in finding a pathway’ to become involved in Gaelic sports
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
"Your brain needs to kick it up a notch when you're reading a comic book...They're brilliant for getting kids involved in reading." On Drivetime on RTÉ Radio 1, UL's Dr Diarmuid Verrier explains why reading comic books is good for your brain. www.rte.ie/radio/radio1... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious
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Reading comics may be good for you!
Dr Diarmuid Verrier, Assistant Professor in the School of Education at UL
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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
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 · 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...
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
A science competition at UL has sparked children's curiosity, helping them discover the power of physics. The annual SOPHia Project Physics Competition run by UL's Department of Physics is designed to teach children about how physics plays a part in everyday life. www.rte.ie/news/regiona...
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Primary students take part in UL science competition
A science competition at University of Limerick has sparked children's curiosity, helping them discover the power of physics.
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
UL PhD researcher Ibnu Taufan spoke to Silicon Republic about his research on vibration energy harvesting and explains how a childhood curiosity about bridge building led to his love of the study of vibrations. Read on: www.siliconrepublic.com/innovation/d... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious
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Good vibrations, dancing bridges and a sustainable IoT
Ibnu Taufan, a PhD researcher at UL, discusses vibration research and his particular interest in a ‘dancing bridge’ phenomenon.
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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-...
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Can we trust AI with our health, our hearts or our sanity? In the latest RTÉ Brainstorm podcast, UL's Dr Anthony Kelly and Celina Hackart examine the rise of Dr ChatGPT. Read on: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious
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Dr ChatGPT will see you now: how AI could be bad for your health
Can we trust AI with our health, our hearts or our sanity? Not yet at least, not without supervision
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
"NEEDS is showing what becomes possible when students are trusted with their learning as co-designers of curriculum." New UL research examining Junior Cycle education through student-led learning is ‘transforming’ approaches to teaching. Read on: www.ul.ie/news/ul-rese... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious
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UL research reimagines Junior Cycle education through 'student-led' learning
New University of Limerick research examining Junior Cycle education through student-led learning is ‘transforming’ approaches to teaching.Negotiating the Essentials for Education in Democratic Societ...
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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 · 24/06/2026
"Our findings make it clear that lowering the tackle height can make the game safer and reduce the risk of serious injury." In The Conversation, UL's Professor Tom Comyns and Professor Ian Kenny outline findings from a decade of rugby injury data. theconversation.com/lowering-tac... #StayCurious
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Lowering tackle height in rugby led to sharp decline in concussion rates – new study
A decade of injury data shows lowering rugby’s tackle height cut adult concussions by more than a third – but not for schoolboy players.
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
With just a few games left in the World Cup group stage, fans are looking forward to the knockout rounds but how many goals are likely to be scored throughout the tournament? In RTÉ Brainstorm, UL's Noel O'Gorman and Ronan Lynch investigate. www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2... #StudyAtUL #StayCurious
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Gooooooal! How many goals will be scored at World Cup 2026?
The record for most goals scored in a World Cup tournament is 172, but that could be broken by the time the group stages wrap up
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Two former students of UL's Immersive Software Engineering programme, Ryan Morrissey & Bence Redmond, have been accepted into Y Combinator's Summer 2026 programme, the US accelerator famed for backing the likes of Stripe, Airbnb, Dropbox & Reddit. www.siliconrepublic.com/start-ups/tw... #StudyAtUL
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Two Irish start-ups accepted into Y Combinator's summer batch
Two Irish start-ups, Blueprints and ProvenMetal, will join the US accelerator famed for backing the likes of Stripe, Airbnb, Dropbox and Reddit.
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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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Dr Catherine Porter 🌳🏳️‍🌈 @catsporter.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Pleased to be included in the lineup here by the @ria.ie and looking forward to working again with @ullibrary.bsky.social, @unioflimerick.bsky.social and the @dri.ie over the coming months. @ulresearch.bsky.social , #FAHSS, #LoveIrishResearch
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University of Limerick @unioflimerick.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
"Bellesguard tower is probably one of the hidden gems in Barcelona." To mark the centenary of Antoni Gaudí's death, UL's Javi Burón García suggests three lesser known Gaudí buildings to visit in Barcelona where you can avoid long queues and large crowds. theconversation.com/three-lesser...
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Three lesser-known Antoni Gaudí buildings to visit to mark the centenary of his death
Crowds are always flocking to see the Sagrada Família, Casa Milà and Park Güell. Discover some of Guadi’s work off the beaten trail.
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