Deirdre Walsh

Dr. Deirdre Walsh is an Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Social Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Health. Her academic work centers on behavioral change, physical activity promotion, and supportive care for cancer survivors, contributing significantly to public health and rehabilitation research.

Her research interests focus on improving health outcomes through behavior change interventions, particularly in oncology contexts. She investigates how physical activity can enhance quality of life for individuals living with and beyond cancer, using patient-centered, evidence-based, and theoretically informed approaches such as the MedEx IMPACT intervention. Her work also extends to sedentary behavior reduction in occupational settings, especially in remote work environments.

The trend in her recent publications shows a consistent focus on physical activity behavior change across the cancer journey, from intervention development to clinical trials and qualitative exploration of patient experiences. Her research integrates frameworks like the COM-B model and emphasizes community-based, accessible interventions.

Dr. Walsh has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed studies, with a growing citation impact (h-index: 7), reflecting recognition in public health, oncology, and behavioral science communities. Her work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), particularly in promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing disease burden.

She actively collaborates with researchers across disciplines and countries, focusing on physical activity, cancer survivorship, and behavioral interventions. While no formal advising or grant details are available, her involvement in multi-year research projects suggests engagement in funded collaborative science. Her work is disseminated through high-impact journals in oncology, rehabilitation, and public health.