Health Research Institute (HRI) at University of Limerick
The Health Research Institute (HRI) brings together researchers from diverse disciplines to address key health challenges across the lifespan, with a particular focus on healthy ageing. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, the Institute supports impactful research that improves health and wellbeing locally, nationally, and globally.
Addressing Global Health Challenges
As a health-focused research institute, HRI is committed to tackling significant global health challenges. Our Priority Research Areas and Underpinning Areas of Excellence are aligned with both national and international strategies, ensuring our research contributes to meaningful societal impact. Central to this approach is our alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3): Good Health and Wellbeing, promoting healthy lives and wellbeing for people of all ages.
Research Priorities
Our research is organised around four Priority Research Areas:
- Ageing
- Cancer
- Physical Activity for Health
- Food, Diet and Nutrition
These are supported by three Underpinning Areas of Excellence:
- Implementation Science
- Participatory Health Research
- Digital Health
Collaboration and Growth
HRI is a major research institute spanning UL, University of Limerick Hospitals Group (ULHG), and Acute Hospitals, HSE Mid West. We also collaborate extensively with healthcare providers, NGOs, charities, industry partners, funders, and academic institutions to strengthen research capacity and maximise impact.
A Supportive Research Ecosystem
Our dedicated operational and clinical support teams, together with our active membership community, provide expertise and guidance across a range of areas, including:
- Health Economics
- Biostatistics
- Participatory Health Research
- Data Management
- Implementation Science
- Clinical Research
- Good Clinical Practice
- Research Governance
- Mentorship
