Our doctoral students play a vital role in driving forward research that transforms lives and societies. Whether it is developing new sources of sustainable energy, learning lessons from conflict around the world or addressing global health challenges, we want to empower the brightest minds to advance innovation and discovery at DCU. Philanthropic funding is critical...Continue Reading
DCU Anti-Bullying Centre (ABC) is a leading international research centre advancing knowledge, policy, and practice in the fields of bullying, cyberbullying, and online safety. The Centre addresses one of the most pressing challenges facing children, young people and communities today: how to create safe, inclusive, and supportive environments across education, workplaces and digital spaces. Led...Continue Reading
At DCU, we pride ourselves on the promotion of sport and physical activity as an integral part of the student experience, the outstanding performances of our elite athletes supported through DCU Sport, and the expertise of our School of Health and Human Performance in the science that underpins sport. DCU Sport works to enhance student...Continue Reading
Transforming ideas into action… At DCU, we believe that the next generation of young innovators and problem-solvers has the potential to tackle some of the world’s greatest challenges, deliver cutting-edge products, and future-proof the Irish economy. Homegrown talent is vital to the success and independence of Ireland’s economy—and together, we can help creative thinkers turn...Continue Reading
Our world needs Changemakers… Our world is changing at an unprecedented pace, and we face major challenges that range from climate change to inequality. To take on these big issues facing humanity, we believe our world needs more Changemakers. A Changemaker is someone who has the skills and confidence to lead change in their home,...Continue Reading
Autism is a developmental condition that affects how one understands, relates to, and communicates with, other people, and the world. Common traits among autistic people include difficulty with communication and socialising, repetitive behaviours and heightened sensory perception. These characteristics make it more difficult to meet the everyday academic and social challenges of university life. Over...Continue Reading
We know that our planet is warming. 2020 was the joint warmest year ever recorded, while 2011 to 2020 was the warmest decade on record. Glaciers are melting and sea levels are rising, while extreme weather events and natural disasters now occur with increasing frequency, affecting life and livelihoods. As scientists race to find solutions...Continue Reading
On average, three people a week sustain a life-changing spinal cord injury (SCI) in Ireland, as a result of accidental injury or degenerative disease. Access to skilled rehabilitation is vital to maximise functioning, independence and overall wellbeing. DCU Exoskeleton Programme is helping people to walk again DCU’s Exoskeleton Programme enables people who have reduced mobility...Continue Reading
With the world facing a global health crisis unlike any other, DCU established its Covid-19 Research and Innovation Hub in May 2020 to provide swift solutions to the challenges of Covid-19. Backed by philanthropic funding from DCU Educational Trust, the Hub brings together DCU’s research strengths to tackle key problems created by the Covid-19 crisis...Continue Reading
Ireland suffers from a sizeable literacy achievement gap between children in low and high socio-economic status communities. Research by the Educational Research Centre shows that almost 1 in 5 children in disadvantaged schools leave primary school reading at or below the 10th percentile of standardises tests of reading achievement. At this level, a child would...Continue Reading
