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HRI Members Dr Clodagh Toomey and Dr Helen O’Leary have launched a new website called JointPain.ie. This free online resource provides reliable information for people suffering from knee and hip joint pain, especially conditions like osteoarthritis.

HRI Team Part of €2.2M Initiative: Digital Health Solutions for Food Security in Uganda

A significant new study, led by Professor Austin Stack, a prominent member of the Health Research Institute (HRI) at the University of Limerick (UL), has uncovered an alarmingly high prevalence of kidney disease among older individuals in Ireland suffering from common chronic conditions. The research, published in the Clinical Kidney Journal of the European Renal Association, highlights the critical need for targeted screening and early intervention to combat this widespread health issue.

In celebration of International Women's Day, 8 March, we are thrilled to highlight the incredible achievements and inspiring journeys of our postgraduate and postdoctoral students from our Hub committee. These remarkable women are making significant contributions to their fields and breaking new ground in research. Join us as we share their stories.

We are thrilled to share that a distinguished member of our Health Research Institute, Anna Marie Kiernan, Advanced Nurse Practitioner Pain Medicine, Croom Orthopaedic Hospital, has been awarded at the prestigious Sylvester O’Halloran Perioperative Symposium.

The Health Research Institute (HRI) at University of Limerick is pleased to announce the recipients of the HRI Seed Funding Programme 2024.

Professor Catherine Norton's research featured by RTE Brainstorm "Opinion: When it comes to health and social media, just because someone looks fit doesn't mean they're fit to give advice"

UL Opens Doors to a Brighter Future for Older Adults

HRI researchers made a significant impact at this year's President's Research Excellence and Impact Awards.