Clinical Research Support Unit (CRSU)
A pivotal element of the HRI, the CRSU is the Institute's core clinical research infrastructure, supporting the delivery of high-quality clinical research across University of Limerick (UL), the HSE Mid West Acute Hospital Group, and primary and community healthcare settings throughout the Mid-West region.
Clinical research encompasses any health-related study involving people, their tissues, or their data. The CRSU facilitates research across all clinical disciplines and actively promotes interdisciplinary collaboration to address pressing healthcare challenges and improve patient outcomes.
As the central hub for UL-led clinical studies, whether single-site or multi-site, the CRSU provides essential coordination, expert guidance, and dedicated research infrastructure.
For multi-site studies where UL is a participating site rather than the lead institution, the CRSU acts as a key point of contact, connecting external collaborators with researchers, clinicians, and healthcare teams across UL and the wider Mid-West healthcare network.
The CRSU also develops strategic partnerships with local, national, and international stakeholders, including healthcare providers, academic institutions, industry partners, and philanthropic organisations. These collaborations strengthen research capacity and support the translation of research into improved healthcare practice and patient care.
This section provides information on the resources, services, and supports available through the CRSU.
For further information or assistance, please contact CRSU@ul.ie
