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Research and Innovation

University of Limerick (UL) is a research-led, innovative institution with a strong record of excellence in education and scholarship. 

Guided by its motto Eagna chun Gnímh (Wisdom for Action), UL fosters creativity, academic freedom and impactful research for social good. 

Its research strengths are built on critical mass, international collaboration, and national and global reputation.

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Become a Changemaker

Our international recruitment initiative aims to attract experts ready to innovate, drive change and deliver impactful, world‑altering research. 

We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good.

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Stay Curious for Research

UL is a community for the curious. Stay Curious for Research looks at academics whose curious nature is driving them to create a better world.

Empowered by UL, they inspire our researchers and students, and push their research forward to new frontiers.

Supporting researchers at every step

Our Researcher Journey guides you from initial planning and development stages through to submission, funding acceptance and set up, and outputs and outcomes.  

Mission-oriented challenge areas

Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals, we have set out four strategic challenges in which research across all disciplines at UL is making, and will continue to make, an impact.

Achievements

388

QS World University Ranking 2027

101-200

Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026

501-600

Times Higher World University Ranking 2026

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