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• Primary Physical Education
• Teacher Education
• Curriculum Development
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Déirdre Ní Chróinín is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Dublin City University (DCU), where she contributes extensively to research and teaching in primary physical education and teacher education. Her work focuses on curriculum development, pedagogical innovation, assessment practices, and the integration of meaningful experiences in physical education. Education & Academic Background: While specific degrees are not listed, her sustained publication record and role in teacher education suggest advanced qualifications in education and physical education. Research Interests: Ní Chróinín’s research spans a broad range of topics including: Assessment tools and strategies in primary physical education Teacher preparation and professional development Curriculum reform and policy implementation Sport Education and its application in Irish primary schools Integration of language learning and physical education Student engagement and meaningful learning experiences Research Trends & Contributions: Her publications from 2009 to 2018 reveal a consistent focus on improving the quality of physical education through evidence-based practices. She has explored the implementation of formative assessment, the development of teacher standards, and the use of collaborative models like Sport Education. Her work often involves cross-cultural and interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing the relevance and impact of her research. Grants & Projects: While specific grant details are not provided, her involvement in multiple large-scale studies and curriculum initiatives suggests participation in funded research projects. Collaborations & Teams: She frequently collaborates with colleagues such as Elaine Murtagh, Tim Fletcher, Mary O’Sullivan, and others, indicating active participation in research teams and professional networks.

• Bilingual and multilingual education
• Irish-language education
• Translanguaging pedagogy
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Dr Conchúr Ó Brolcháin is a Lecturer in Language & Literacy Education at Mary Immaculate College (MIC), a constituent college of the University of Limerick, Ireland. He teaches Múineadh na Gaeilge (The Teaching of Irish) and Gaeilge at undergraduate (B.Ed) and postgraduate (M.Ed & PhD) levels, chairs the M.Ed Research Ethics Committee for Gaeltacht & All-Irish Education, and is an active doctoral supervisor. Education Bachelor Master Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Research Interests Conchúr’s scholarship centres on bilingual and multilingual education , with particular attention to Irish-language immersion , translanguaging pedagogies , minority-language maintenance , and content-and-language integrated learning (CLIL) . His current projects investigate the promotion of Irish in urban DEIS (disadvantaged) schools, the experiences of L3 learners in Gaeltacht immersion contexts, and the integration of language and subject teaching. Recent Research Trajectory Across 2016–2024 his outputs address translanguaging policy and practice, teacher professional development in Irish-medium settings, literacy initiatives in Gaeltacht schools, and family language policies. Collectively these works chart an evolving focus from classroom-level pedagogy to broader sociolinguistic and policy dimensions of Irish-language education. Awards & Fellowships Regional Teaching Excellence Award (2023) – for outstanding higher-education teaching practice Comhaltacht Shéamuis Uí Mhórdha – Séamus Ó Mórdha Research Fellowship (2012) Postgraduate Supervision & Grants He has supervised more than twenty postgraduate projects (Master’s and PhD) on topics ranging from reading-comprehension strategies to blended learning in Irish-medium contexts. External collaborations include funded partnerships with An Chomhairle um Oideachas Gaeltachta agus Gaelscolaíochta and advisory roles with TG4/Fíbín for the home-schooling programme Cúla4 ar Scoil . Laboratories & Teams While no formal lab is listed, Dr Ó Brolcháin leads the MIC M.Ed Research Ethics Committee for Gaeltacht & All-Irish Education and coordinates a growing cohort of doctoral researchers examining language education in immersion and minority-language settings.

Karla Muñoz EsquivelView profile

Lecturer

• User Modelling
• Sensor technologies
• Human-Computer Interaction
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Dr. Karla Muñoz Esquivel serves as an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Computing at Atlantic Technological University (ATU), Letterkenny campus, and contributes to the multidisciplinary WiSAR Lab's mission of delivering cross-disciplinary applied research with commercial impact. Education: B.Eng. (Hons.) in Electronic Systems from ITESM, Mexico City campus M.Sc. (Dist.) in Computing and Intelligent Systems and Pg. Dip. from Ulster University (specializing in Teaching at Higher Education and Project Management) PhD from Ulster University (dissertation: PlayPhysics: An Emotional Student Model for Game-based Learning) Research Focus: Her work integrates User Modelling with Sensor technologies to advance Human-Computer Interaction and Affective Computing , particularly in E-learning contexts. Current investigations leverage Artificial Intelligence and Data Science to optimize educational technologies and IoT applications across healthtech and agritech domains. Scientific Recognition: 8-over-8 prize for best Master's specialization (December 2008) Runner-up for British Computer Society Distinguished Dissertation Award (2013) PMI Certified Associate in Project Management (2012-2017) Associate Fellow of the Higher Education Academy Project Leadership: Co-led Interreg European Funded projects SEDOC and IT4Anxiety (2018-2021), securing EU AlBan and Vice-Chancellor Research Scholarships. Actively pursues international collaborations with socio-economic impact through the WiSAR Technology Gateway. WiSAR Lab Affiliation: Contributes to this ERDF co-funded initiative developing IoT solutions for medtech, manufacturing, and marine industries, emphasizing practical commercialization of academic research through direct industry partnerships.

Shagufta HennaView profile

Lecturer

• deep learning
• edge intelligence
• network security
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Shagufta Henna is a Lecturer in the Department of Computing at Atlantic Technological University, Donegal, and a core member of the WiSAR Lab. The WiSAR Lab operates as a multidisciplinary Technology Gateway focused on cross-disciplinary applied research with practical industrial outcomes across medtech, healthtech, manufacturing, marine, and agritech sectors. Her academic credentials include a Doctoral degree in Computer Science from the University of Leicester, UK (2013). Dr. Henna's research spans critical domains in computer science and networking innovation: Deep Learning Edge Intelligence Network Security Machine Learning for Future Generation Networks Big Data Analytics She has secured significant research funding through Horizon 2020, Science Foundation Ireland, and Enterprise Ireland projects. Notably, her 2018-2019 CONNECT Research Fellowship involved commercializing deep learning-based network management solutions with industry partners at Technology Readiness Level 5 (TRL 5). Her professional distinctions include: Senior Member of the IEEE Editorial Board Service: IEEE Access, EURASIP Journal on Wireless Communications and Networking, IEEE Future Directions, Springer Human-centric Computing and Information Sciences Within the WiSAR Lab, she contributes to ERDF-funded initiatives developing IoT solutions that translate academic research into commercial applications through close industry collaboration.

• Heritage Conservation
• Urban Planning
• Cultural Politics of Heritage
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Dr. Arthur Parkinson serves as Assistant Professor in Planning and Urban Design at University College Dublin's School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy, where he coordinates the MSc Urban Design and Planning programme. With over a decade of professional practice in architectural conservation and urban design across Ireland and Scotland, he brings practical experience to his academic role. His educational background includes a BSc (Hons) in Architectural Studies (2001) and MSc in Urban Design (2004) from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, and a PhD in Planning from UCD (2015) completed under the Irish Research Council's Sustainable Development Programme. Parkinson's research critically examines the intersection of urban design, planning, architectural conservation, and heritage studies, with particular focus on the cultural politics of heritage in contested contexts. His work analyzes how competing values shape conservation-planning policy and practice, especially regarding colonial architectural legacies and postcolonial identity formation. He employs discourse-historical approaches to Critical Discourse Analysis and explores innovative visual research methods. His extensive publication record demonstrates consistent scholarly output in leading journals, with recent work analyzing heritage in entrepreneurial urbanism, austerity impacts on historic environments, and contested heritage discourses. Research themes reveal evolving focus from foundational studies on Irish conservation history toward contemporary analyses of heritage in crisis contexts and postcolonial identity negotiations. PhD Programme in Sustainable Development Studentship Award (2013) Shortlisted for Urban Design Award (RIAS Scottish Student Awards for Architecture, 2003) Parkinson coordinates multiple undergraduate and postgraduate modules in urban design, placemaking, and conservation, emphasizing evidence-based design and fostering student ownership of learning. He has developed new programmes including the MSc Planning, Development & Urban Design for qualified architects. His teaching philosophy prioritizes critical thinking and collaborative learning approaches while connecting theory with practical application in studio settings.

• Measurement Science
• Life Science and Health
• Energy and Environment
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Leah Chapman serves as University Liaison Manager at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and holds a Visiting Research Fellow position at the University of Surrey. With over 25 years of experience in strategic communication and relationship management across Life Science and Health, Energy and Environment, Advanced Manufacturing, and Digital sectors, she drives research impact on the UK economy through tailored partnership development and student community building. Her academic foundation includes a Bachelor's degree in History from University College London (UCL) completed between 1990 and 1993. Chapman's research focuses on Measurement Science applications across critical national sectors, emphasizing industry-academia integration through initiatives like the Postgraduate Institute for Measurement Science. Her expertise centers on strategic partnership development, funding access facilitation, and operational leadership in research translation, with particular attention to workforce development models that bridge professional practice and academic training. Her 2024 article examines the viability of workplace-integrated doctoral programs, analyzing the NPL-King's College London collaboration as a case study for embedding PhD research within industrial contexts to accelerate innovation. Chapman actively participates in high-impact professional forums including sponsorship of the Royal Academy of Engineering Awards and leadership in the UIIN Conference, demonstrating commitment to advancing research commercialization and skills development. As Operation Manager for the Postgraduate Institute for Measurement Science, she develops student communities and operational frameworks that strengthen the pipeline of measurement scientists while fostering cross-sector collaboration through Surrey Research Park's 40-year innovation ecosystem.

• Entrepreneurship
• Innovation
• Social Enterprise
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Isobel Cunningham is a Lecturer in Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the Department of Business Studies, Atlantic Technological University. She serves as Principal Investigator at the Design, Innovation, Creativity, Entrepreneurship Innovation Academy (DICE). Her research focuses on entrepreneurship, innovation, social enterprise, fintech, and gender studies, with emphasis on Ireland's economic and community contexts. Key contributions include studies on fintech clustering, social entrepreneurship dynamics, and female entrepreneurship during crises. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in higher education and organizational behavior. Research highlights include community-based alliances, experiential learning in entrepreneurial education, and the impact of crises on business ecosystems. Cunningham collaborates with institutions to analyze stakeholder engagement and innovation ecosystems. Her research aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in fostering economic opportunities and inclusive communities. Despite no listed awards, her extensive citations (h-index 72) reflect academic impact. She actively contributes to conferences and peer-reviewed journals. Grants and labs are tied to her DICE affiliation, though specific details are not provided here.

• Computer Science
• Data Security
• Internet of Things (IoT)
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Eoghan Furey is a Lecturer in Computing at the Department of Computing, Atlantic Technological University. His research focuses on data security, IoT systems, robotics, and machine learning applications in structural health monitoring and environmental science. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to industry innovation and responsible consumption. His research explores topics such as General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) compliance, human-robot collaboration, and real-time environmental monitoring using AI-driven systems. Recent work includes developing algorithms for pollution detection in rivers and neural network-based anomaly classification in infrastructure. Collaborations span robotics sensor integration and medical AI applications like diabetes management systems. His publications reflect a multidisciplinary approach bridging computer science with engineering and environmental challenges.

• Agribusiness Strategy
• Business-to-Business Marketing
• Marketing Strategy
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Professor Damien McLoughlin is the Anthony C. Cunningham Professor of Marketing and Marketing Subject Area Head at UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, University College Dublin. He serves as Director of the Centre for Marketing Studies and has held numerous leadership positions including Associate Dean (International) from 2011-2017, Associate Dean (Executive Education) from 2010-2011, and Subject Area Head (Marketing) during multiple periods. With visiting positions at Cornell University, Indian School of Business, Purdue University, IMD, and NYU Stern School of Business, Professor McLoughlin has established himself as an international expert in marketing strategy. Bachelor of Business Studies, Dublin City University Master of Business Studies, University College Dublin PhD in Marketing, Lancaster University Professor McLoughlin specializes in agribusiness strategy and business-to-business marketing, with particular expertise in global markets and digital contexts. His research focuses on strategic architecture in emerging markets, innovation management, and the development of new markets for industrial services. He has published extensively in top journals including Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice, Journal of Business Research, Industrial Marketing Management, and Technovation, with over seventy papers and a book on strategy and marketing issues. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to marketing theory and practice, with recent work examining strategic architecture in emerging markets, cross-cultural communication during organizational change, and innovation in the life science industry. Professor McLoughlin's research shows an evolution from foundational work on business-to-business marketing toward more complex examinations of strategic frameworks in global contexts, particularly in the agribusiness sector. Teaching Award from Quinn School of Business Teaching Award from Smurfit School of Business Best Paper Award at Academy of Marketing Science conference Professor McLoughlin has advised numerous students and supervised research projects focused on marketing strategy and agribusiness. His grant portfolio includes significant funding from Enterprise Ireland and University College Dublin, supporting research on topics including "Innovation in Global Food," "Marketing in the New Era," and "Science Identity Models." He has also led major industry collaborations through the Bord Bia talent initiative, developing innovative programs like the Marketing Fellowship Programme and the Origin Green Ambassador Programme. As Director of the Centre for Marketing Studies, Professor McLoughlin oversees research initiatives connecting academic work with industry practice. He has played a key role in developing the innovative Bord Bia Marketing Fellowship Programme, the Bord Bia Origin Green Ambassador Programme, and the Bord Bia Supply Chain and Account Management programme, each involving collaboration with leading business schools including MIT Sloan, Harvard Business School, and IMD.

• Sustainable Orchestration in Edge-Cloud Environments
• Multi-Cloud Workload Distribution
• Large Language Models (LLMs) Deployment
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Dr. Hadi Tabatabaee Malazi is an Assistant Professor at the University of College Dublin (UCD), leading the Sustainable Orchestration in Computing Continuum (SOC² Lab). He holds an Orcid identifier (0000-0002-2960-6896) and has extensive academic experience across institutions like Maynooth University, Shahid Beheshti University, and Trinity College Dublin. His research focuses on sustainable computing, edge-cloud continuum orchestration, AI/ML deployment (e.g., LLMs), and energy efficiency. He is a Senior Member of IEEE, serves as an Associate Editor for IEEE Access, and chairs the COST Action CA22151 (CYPHER) on decarbonizing energy-intensive industries. Education: PhD (2012): University of Isfahan (Computer Engineering) MSc (prior to 2012): University of Isfahan Research Visit (2010-2011): Delft University of Technology Research Interests: Sustainable edge-cloud systems, AI-driven workload optimization, carbon-aware resource management, distributed LLMs, and IoT interoperability. Key contributions include over 20 journal articles in IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer venues, with topics ranging from vehicular network security to smart city event processing. Professional Activities: Committee member of COST Action CA22151, IEEE Access Associate Editor, and Technical Program Committee member for IEEE conferences. Authored certifications on research leadership and research integrity from Epigeum. Labs/Teams: SOC² Lab (UCD), leading projects on edge-cloud sustainability and AI application deployment.

• Cancer Research
• Primary Care Medicine
• Healthcare Epidemiology
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Patrick Redmond is an Associate Professor in General Practice at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), with clinical and academic experience across Ireland, Australia, and the UK. His primary affiliation is the Department of General Practice at RCSI, where he leads research on improving cancer detection, survivorship outcomes, and healthcare cost reduction. He holds advanced qualifications including a PhD from RCSI, a MMEd from the University of Dundee, and postgraduate diplomas in statistics and family medicine. Research Focus: Early cancer detection pathways in primary care Cancer risk prediction modeling Implementation of AI/machine learning tools for diagnostics Lung cancer screening strategies Medicines safety and prescribing practices His work addresses both clinical and systems-level challenges, with recent grants focusing on digital health interventions, screening implementation, and healthcare system optimization. Notable collaborations include the EU-funded EUCanScreen initiative and the Health Research Board's PRiCAN 2025 program. Teaching & Leadership: Leads RCSI's Senior Cycle GP teaching program and previously contributed to King's College London's MPH curriculum. Supervises students in medicines safety, integrated care, and multimorbidity research. Grants & Projects: Lung Cancer Early Detection Initiative (LEAD-Ireland) AI-driven tools for early lung cancer detection Cancer screening stakeholder engagement strategies His research outputs emphasize translational science bridging clinical practice and policy development, with particular attention to under-served populations and healthcare system sustainability.

• Data Analytics
• Social Network Analysis
• Recommender Systems
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Neil Hurley is an Associate Professor and Head of School in the School of Computer Science at University College Dublin. He holds a BSc and MSc from University College Dublin and a PhD from Trinity College Dublin. Before academia, he worked at the Hitachi Dublin Laboratory from 1989 to 1999, leading research in parallel computing and knowledge-based systems. He joined UCD in 1999 and founded the Information Hiding Laboratory in 2001, focusing on digital content security. His research spans recommender systems, social network analysis, high-performance computing, and data hiding technologies. He has secured over €1 million in research funding from agencies like Enterprise Ireland and the EU. His teaching includes coordinating modules on Artificial Intelligence, Recommender Systems, and Computational Science. He has reviewed for journals such as IEEE Transactions on Image Processing and serves on the EMPS Graduate School Board. His recent work emphasizes scalable recommendation algorithms, privacy-preserving distributed systems, and strategic network analysis.

Alma McCarthyView profile

Professor

• Public Sector Management
• Entrepreneurial Growth
• Talent Management
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Professor Alma McCarthy is Head of the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics and Professor of Public Sector Management at the University of Galway. Her work focuses on enabling scaling businesses and entrepreneurial growth, which she emphasizes is critical for regional and national prosperity. Her research interests span talent management, human resource development, organizational performance, and the impact of digital leadership (e-leadership) on technology adoption. Recent studies investigate institutional logics in public science funding, cross-cultural leadership differences, and meta-analyses of training effectiveness. Her publications demonstrate a consistent focus on improving organizational systems through evidence-based HR strategies. Key themes include adaptive responses to technological change, cultural influences on management practices, and methodologies for measuring training outcomes. No information is available regarding scientific awards at this time. Professor McCarthy leads research initiatives at the Centre for Entrepreneurial Growth and Scaling, which collaborates with businesses to develop practical scaling frameworks.

• Software Engineering
• Artificial Intelligence
• Genetic Programming
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Dr. Anthony Ventresque is a Visiting Associate Professor at the University College Dublin, School of Computer Science , with a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Nantes & INRIA France (2008). He is also the Director of the TCD Complex Software Lab and a Senior Investigator with Lero, the SFI Irish Software Research Centre. MSc in Philosophy and Logic from the University of Nantes PhD in Computer Science from the University of Nantes & INRIA France His research focuses on Software Engineering , Genetic Programming , and Multi-objective Optimization , with applications to Autonomous Systems , Cloud Computing , and Sports Analytics . Recent publications highlight his work on grammar-obeying program synthesis using large language models, mutation testing for software quality, and domain adaptation for object detection in rugby data. His scientific awards include a Teaching Award from the UCD School of Computer Science in 2020. He has contributed to grants like Mutation Testing at Scale and Advancing Computational Archaeology , and his teaching activities encompass modules such as Big Data Programming and Operating Systems over multiple years. He leads the TCD Complex Software Lab , fostering interdisciplinary research and innovation.

• Mathematics Education
• Teacher Education
• Adult Numeracy

Dr. Mark Prendergast is a Senior Lecturer in Mathematics Education at the School of Education, University College Cork, where he joined in 2019. He currently serves as Director of the School's Cohort PhD programme and contributes to the delivery of modules on the Professional Master of Education (PME) and M.Ed. Masters programmes. Prior to his position at UCC, he held academic roles at the National Centre for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching and Learning (NCE_MSTL) at the University of Limerick (2011-2012), Dublin Institute of Technology (2012-2014), and the School of Education at Trinity College Dublin (2014-2019). Dr. Prendergast earned his BSc.(Hons.) in Physical Education and Mathematics from the University of Limerick in 2007, followed by a PhD in Mathematics Education from the same institution in 2011. His academic journey reflects a strong commitment to mathematics education and teacher development across multiple institutional contexts in Ireland. His research program centers on three interconnected themes: Mathematics Education, Teacher Education, and Adult Numeracy. His work examines critical issues such as mathematics learning and teaching practices, curriculum reform implementation, teacher development pathways, and numeracy practices among adults. He has published extensively on topics including the transition from primary to secondary mathematics education, the 'grinds culture' in Ireland, and the impact of policy incentives on mathematics participation. Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong focus on mathematics education policy and practice in Ireland. A significant portion of his work investigates the 'grinds culture' (private supplementary tutoring) in mathematics education, students' decisions regarding advanced mathematics participation, and the impact of bonus points for higher-level mathematics. He has also developed innovative approaches to adult numeracy education, notably the 'Numeracy-Meets' professional development model. His research methodology spans qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches, often involving collaboration with educational practitioners and policymakers. Three Irish Research Council New Foundation awards Two European Erasmus+ grants Two SCoTENS North/South Research Project grants Two Teaching Council John Coolahan Research Support Framework awards SOLAS Adult Literacy for Life (ALL) Strategy Collaboration and Innovation Fund Dr. Prendergast actively supervises PhD research in education, particularly welcoming proposals in mathematics education. He has successfully secured diverse research funding that addresses practical educational challenges in Irish schools and communities. His collaborative approach is evident in numerous multi-institutional projects examining mathematics education across different educational sectors. Notably, he has developed the 'Numeracy-Meets' initiative, which provides professional development and networking opportunities for adult numeracy practitioners across Ireland, addressing a critical need in adult education.