جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Brendan Halpinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Social Class and Lifecourse
• Family Formation and Dissolution
• Labour Market Dynamics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Brendan Halpin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Limerick. His research focuses on quantitative sociology, particularly longitudinal data analysis, sequence analysis, and computational social science. He has developed software tools like SADI for Stata, advancing sequence analysis methodologies. His work addresses topics such as social class trajectories, family formation dynamics, and educational attainment patterns across generations. Halpin's career includes prior roles at the University of Essex and Nuffield College, Oxford, where he contributed to the British Household Panel Survey. He actively publishes on methodological innovations and their social science applications. Education: DPhil in Sociology from Nuffield College, Oxford. Previously worked at the Institute for Social and Economic Research, University of Essex. Joined University of Limerick in 2000. His current research includes agent-based modeling of spouse choice and spatial analysis of higher education participation. He has authored over 40 publications and developed multiple statistical software modules for data analysis. Research interests span lifespan social processes, including class mobility, labor markets, and simulation-based social modeling. His methodological contributions emphasize handling missing data in longitudinal studies and integrating multiple datasets for comparative analysis.

• Plasma Physics
• Fusion Energy
• Low-Temperature Plasma Science
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Miles Turner is a Full Professor at the School of Physical Sciences, Dublin City University (DCU). He holds roles such as Director of the National Centre for Plasma Science and Technology (2004–2020) and Head of the EURATOM-DCU Research Unit. His academic journey includes degrees from Imperial College London (B.Sc., 1986) and St Andrews University (Ph.D., 1990). His research focuses on plasma physics, with expertise in excimer lasers, plasma processing, and fusion energy. Notable contributions include modeling capacitive discharges, multi-frequency excitation effects, and plasma-wall interactions in fusion reactors like JET. He is a Royal Irish Academy member and a Fellow of the Institute of Physics. Education: B.Sc. Physics (First Class Honours), Imperial College London (1986) Ph.D., St Andrews University (1990), thesis on excimer laser kinetics Research Interests: Plasma kinetics and modeling in low-pressure environments Applications of plasma discharges in fusion energy and material processing Multi-frequency excitation effects in capacitive discharges Control algorithms for plasma systems Awards and Roles: Member of the Royal Irish Academy Fellow of the Institute of Physics Chartered Scientist Visiting Professorships at UC Berkeley, Flinders University, and others Labs & Collaborations: Director, National Centre for Plasma Science and Technology Lead at EURATOM-DCU Fusion Research Unit

Valerie McCarthyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Freshwater Ecology
• Ecological Stoichiometry
• Climate Change Impacts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Valerie McCarthy is an Assistant Professor in Ecology and Biodiversity at the School of History and Geography, Dublin City University (DCU), and currently serves as the Chair of the BA in Climate and Environmental Sustainability program . Previously, she held roles as Director of the Centre for Freshwater and Environmental Studies (CFES) at Dundalk Institute of Technology and Program Director for the BSc (Hons) in Environmental Bioscience. She earned her PhD in Freshwater Ecology from Trinity College Dublin, focusing on zooplankton community structure under nutrient limitations. Her research emphasizes freshwater ecosystem ecology , particularly the effects of human-induced pressures like nutrient loading and climate change. She employs advanced techniques including high-frequency monitoring , remote sensing , and experimental mesocosms to study nutrient dynamics, ecological stoichiometry, and lake responses to disturbances. Key areas of interest include catchment-lake interactions, cyanobacterial toxin distribution, and water quality forecasting for decision-making. Dr. McCarthy’s work has contributed to global datasets on crustacean zooplankton size distributions and lake surface temperature projections. She has published extensively on topics ranging from microplastic pollution to constructed wetland wastewater treatment. Her research bridges ecological theory and applied environmental management, with implications for sustainable water resources and climate resilience. Education: PhD in Freshwater Ecology, Trinity College Dublin Focus: Zooplankton community structure and trophic interactions Affiliations: Chair: BA in Climate & Environmental Sustainability Former Director: Centre for Freshwater and Environmental Studies (CFES) Program Director: BSc Environmental Bioscience (DkIT) Grants & Funding: Not explicitly detailed in text, but inferred from research scope to involve environmental monitoring and climate change initiatives. Her lab and collaborative efforts focus on integrating field observations with cutting-edge technology to address pressing environmental challenges in aquatic systems.

Marianna Pagkratidouمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Spatial Cognition
• STEM Learning
• Spatial Training
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marianna Pagkratidou is an Assistant Professor in Psychology at Dublin City University (DCU), where she directs the Cognition in Learning Lab (Cllab). Her research focuses on spatial cognition, STEM learning, and reading comprehension through visual arts like comics. She teaches modules including Cognition Across the Lifespan, Computational Psychiatry, and Science Communication, while supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students. Ph.D. in Cognitive and Experimental Psychology (University of Cyprus) M.A. in Cognitive and Educational Psychology (University of Cyprus) B.A. in Early Childhood Education Sciences (University of Thrace) Her research explores how spatial training improves STEM learning, particularly addressing gender disparities in spatial ability. She investigates the cognitive mechanisms behind reading comprehension using comics as an educational tool. Recent publications examine spatial cognition in STEM, comics-based learning, and gender differences in spatial ability. She contributes to educational outreach through initiatives like Pint of Science and science festivals. Doctoral Scholarship (Graduate School, 2017-2018) Doctoral Scholarship (University of Cyprus Department of Psychology, 2020-2021) Marianna supervises students in the SellSTEM Marie Skłodowska-Curie ITN project and has taught diverse modules across psychology and interdisciplinary programs. Her work bridges cognitive psychology, educational technology, and science communication.

Fionnuala Conwayمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Extended Realities
• Augmented Reality
• Digital Aesthetics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fionnuala Conway is a part-time Assistant Professor in Electronic & Electrical Engineering at Trinity College Dublin (TCD). She holds academic roles in teaching and research across multiple programs, including the M.Phil. in Music and Media Technologies (since 2002) and the MA Scoring for Film and Visual Media at Pulse College. Her work bridges creative arts and technology, focusing on interactive audio, locative media, and extended realities. Education: B.Mus. from University College Dublin (1994), M.Phil. Music and Media Technologies (TCD, 1999), and PhD (TCD, 2008) under Prof. Linda Doyle. She has directed academic programs including the M.Phil. Music and Media Technologies (Course Director since 2006) and Pulse College’s Research Department. Research interests span interactive installations, augmented/virtual reality, wearable technology, and audio interactivity. Notable projects include the Art of Decision exhibition (2005), Urban Chameleon (2003), and A Rainbow in the Palm of My Hand (2014). Her work explores technology’s role in social engagement, urban spaces, and creative expression. Publications focus on interdisciplinary topics like locative audio design, augmented reality gaming, and interactive multimedia. Awards include the 2022 Agility Award (Arts Council of Ireland) and 2020 Professional Development Award. She supervises PhD research in interactive audio and teaches courses on extended realities and technologies. Collaborations include Pulse College (DIT partnership), and projects with institutions like the Irish Museum of Modern Art. Her work emphasizes ‘VR for good’ and creative technologies for social impact.

Páraic Ryanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Risk and Uncertainty Modelling
• Climate Change Adaptation Engineering
• Long Term Material and Structural Performance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Páraic Ryan is a Senior Lecturer in Civil Engineering at University College Cork (UCC) and a Conjoint Research Fellow at the University of Newcastle, Australia. He holds a BE from NUIG, MSc and PGDip from Trinity College Dublin, and a PhD in Engineering from TCD. His research focuses on risk modeling, climate adaptation, infrastructure resilience, and environmental health risks. He leads major projects including the €16M SFI NexSys initiative for net-zero energy transition and the EPA-funded PESTMAN environmental risk assessment project. Education: BE (Civil Eng, NUIG 2006), MSc (Civil Eng, TCD 2007), PGDip (Statistics, TCD 2010), PhD (Eng, TCD 2013) Research explores climate impacts on infrastructure, probabilistic cost-benefit analysis, and material durability. Active in industry collaboration with ESB, TII, and Irish Water. Serves on IABSE Task Group 6.1 addressing climate change effects, and editorial boards for journals like Frontiers of the Built Environment . Teaches modules in surveying, structural mechanics, and BIM visualization at UCC. Recognized through teaching excellence nomination and invited presentations to national infrastructure stakeholders. Coordinates UCC’s Engineering Transition Year Programme.

Maggie O'Neillمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Sociology
• Criminology
• Participatory Action Research
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Professor Maggie O'Neill is a prominent sociologist and criminologist at University College Cork (UCC), serving as Director of ISS21 (Institute for Social Science in the 21st Century) and UCC Futures: Collective Social Futures. Previously, she held chairs at the University of York and Durham University, including roles as Principal of Ustinov College. Her work centers on inter-disciplinary research, particularly participatory action research, arts-based methods, and social justice advocacy. She earned her PhD in Sociology in 1996, exploring feminist participatory action research with sex workers. Her research focuses on migration, carceral systems, gendered violence, and marginalized communities. Notable projects include the East London Project evaluating sex worker safety and the WalkCreate initiative using walking methodologies for social change. She is an elected member of the Royal Irish Academy, a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. O'Neill actively contributes to academic governance, serving on the Executive Committee of the European Sociological Association and leading roles in research networks like RN3 'Biographical Perspectives on European Societies'. She also engages in policy advocacy through roles at the Global Human Dignity and Humiliation Studies Network and Irish Sex Work Research Network. Her methodologies emphasize creative and embodied practices, including participatory theatre, walking interviews, and visual ethnography. Recent work addresses transformative justice in education, racialized migrant experiences, and resistance to hostile environment policies. Over 150 publications span criminology, sociology, and cultural studies, advocating for socially engaged scholarship. In teaching and leadership, she promotes prison-university partnerships and pedagogical innovation. Her work intertwines academic rigor with community-driven research, aiming to create equitable social futures through interdisciplinary collaboration and methodological creativity.

Gavin Duffyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Spatial Cognition
• STEM Education
• Gender Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gavin Duffy is a Lecturer in the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Dublin Institute of Technology since 2002. He holds a PhD in Spatial Thinking in the Engineering Curriculum from DIT (2018), an MSc in Applied e-Learning (2009), and a Chemical Engineering degree from University College Dublin (1995). His research focuses on spatial cognition's role in STEM education, particularly addressing gender gaps in spatial ability and its impact on STEM participation. He coordinates the €4M MSCA ITN SellSTEM project, involving 10 European universities and 15 PhD students. External roles include External Examiner at the University of York (2021-2024) and Visiting Scholar at Ohio State University (2016-2017). His work bridges educational innovation with cognitive science, emphasizing spatial skills development through problem-based and maker education approaches. Research interests include: spatial literacy, STEM pedagogy, gender studies in education, and interdisciplinary curriculum design. His projects often involve international collaboration and practical interventions to enhance spatial abilities in K-12 and higher education contexts.

Patrick Crowleyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Postcolonial Studies
• French Literature
• Algerian Cultural Production
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Patrick Crowley is a Professor and Head of the School of Languages, Literatures, & Cultures at the National University of Ireland, Galway (University of Galway). He previously held leadership roles at University College Cork (UCC), including Head of the Department of French (2018–2020) and Head of the School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures (2019–2022). His research focuses on modern and contemporary cultural production in French and Francophone contexts, particularly postcolonial studies, Algerian literature, and genre theory. He has authored monographs, edited volumes, and journal articles, including Pierre Michon: The Afterlife of Names (2007) and Algeria: Nation, Culture and Transnationalism 1988–2015 (2017). He currently serves on editorial boards for journals like Contemporary French and Francophone Studies and leads the Centre for Studies in Memory and Literature (University of Iceland). Education: BA in History and French (University College Cork) MA in French (after studies in France) Diplôme d'Études Approfondies en analyses des phénomènes interculturels (Université de Lille) PhD in French (University of London, Royal Holloway) Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (UCC) Research Interests: Poetic form and destabilization in colonial contexts, Algerian cultural production, postcolonial aesthetics, and the interplay of genre (novel, autobiography, essay). His current projects include Algerian Allegories: Aesthetics, Anticolonialism and the Future of Past Revolutions (UVA Press, in progress) and collaborative works on anticolonial aesthetics and slow memory. Awards: Government of Ireland Senior Research Fellowship (Irish Research Council) Teaching and Supervision: Leads modules on postcolonial cultural memory, the Algerian War of Independence, and Francophone diasporas. Supervises PhD students in Francophone postcolonial studies and contemporary cultural production. External Roles: External Examiner at the Universities of Warwick and Stirling, UNESCO Consultative Group member (2009–2014), and editorial contributor to journals including French Studies and Studies in Travel Writing .

• Pedestrian Trajectory Prediction
• Crowd Monitoring Systems
• Computer Vision
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Muhammad Haris Kaka Khel is a part-time lecturer at Atlantic Technological University's Department of Computing in Ireland while pursuing his Ph.D. in pedestrian trajectory prediction. His research focuses on developing adaptive systems that analyze human behavior, social interactions, and environmental dynamics to forecast multiple possible pedestrian paths using the PATHS framework. He works under supervisors Dr. Kevin Meehan and Dr. Paul Greaney at ATU Donegal, with additional guidance from Dr. Marion McAfee (ATU Sligo) and Dr. Sandra Moffet (Ulster University). B.S. in Electrical Engineering (Communication specialization) from UET Peshawar, Pakistan (2019) Research master's at University of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (completed 2022) with Erasmus exchange experience at Politecnico di Torino, Italy Ph.D. candidate at Atlantic Technological University (expected completion 2026) Research Interests Khel's work addresses critical gaps in pedestrian trajectory prediction by modeling multiple possible paths rather than single deterministic outcomes. This approach enhances robustness in dynamic environments like urban streets and public spaces, with applications in: Autonomous vehicle navigation safety Urban planning and walkability improvements Event crowd management systems Smart surveillance for anomaly detection Accessible navigation for visually impaired Public transportation optimization Teaching & Collaboration As a part-time lecturer at ATU Donegal, he contributes to computing education while maintaining external collaborations including: Sponsored research with Saudi Arabia's Deputyship for Research and Innovation Graduate research assistant role at University Kuala Lumpur-British Malaysian Institute Former intern at Center of Intelligent Systems and Networks Research

Mark O’Kellyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Fine Art
• Painting Techniques
• Contemporary Art Practices
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mark O’Kelly is Head of the Painting Department at the School of Fine Art, National College of Art and Design (NCAD), Dublin. He holds an MA from the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London (1992) and a BA from NCAD (1990). His studio practice explores materiality, representation, and public image cultures, with exhibitions globally. He is a member of the Arts Council of Ireland’s Council and the PARADOX European Forum for Fine Art Education. Research interests include art education, curation, exhibition-making, and arts governance. He has curated exhibitions like Starting Over (2013) and contributed to initiatives such as the Creative Spaces Collective advocating for artists’ studios. His awards include the Arts Council Project Award (2015) and multiple bursaries. As an educator, he has held roles at Limerick School of Art and Design, Cornish College of the Arts (Seattle), and NCAD. He lectures widely on topics like painting’s contemporary condition and art education, including panels at EVA International and the Royal Hibernian Academy. His works are in collections such as the Irish Museum of Modern Art and the Arts Council of Ireland. Key exhibitions include Empireland (2016), AGITATIONISM (2014), and Infrastructures of Now (2018). He advocates for arts infrastructure through governance roles and public talks, emphasizing the intersection of art, education, and urban spaces.

• Additive Manufacturing
• STEM Education
• Material Extrusion
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Rónán Dunbar is a Lecturer in the Department of Technology Education at ATU's Faculty of Engineering and Informatics. His research explores additive manufacturing processes and spatial reasoning development in STEM education. He investigates sustainable materials recycling through distributed manufacturing systems and develops pedagogical frameworks for design-based learning. His technical research focuses on material extrusion optimization, polymer recycling efficiency, and mechanical performance of printed structures. In education research, he examines spatial cognition development and technology integration methodologies for engineering curricula. Publications demonstrate integration of technical and educational research streams, with recent emphasis on circular economy applications of additive manufacturing and cognitive aspects of engineering design education. He coordinates laboratory development for additive manufacturing education and contributes to national STEM outreach initiatives.

Michael Lyonsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• Fine Art
• Painting
• Woodblock Printing
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Michael Lyons serves as a Part-time Lecturer in CEAD (Centre for Continuing Education in Art and Design) at the National College of Art & Design's School of Education. With art education from Limerick College of Art and Design and the National College of Art & Design (B.A. Hons Fine Art, MFA), his multidisciplinary practice spans painting, woodblock printing, and 3D assemblage. Lyons explores socio-spatial structures through narrative artworks, including the critically acclaimed artist book 'Ecce Heur' and print series responding to Théodore Géricault's 'Raft of the Medusa.' His architectural knowledge informs collaborative installations like the Bergen International Wood Festival project with Meitheal Adhmaid collective, recognized for sustainable material innovation. Awards include residencies at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre and support from Arts Council of Ireland. His work appears in national collections including the National Library of Ireland and Hugh Lane Municipal Gallery.

Michelle Browneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Feminist Art
• Performance Art
• Public Interventions
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Michelle Browne is an Assistant Lecturer in Sculpture and Expanded Practice at the National College of Art and Design. Her interdisciplinary practice spans performance, installation, and public art, critically examining social organization through feminist frameworks. Research explores: Community-engaged art practices Political activism through performance Spatial organization of public life Irish women's political mobilization Recent exhibitions include My Brilliant Friend at Temple Bar Gallery and Future Histories at Kilmainham Gaol. Public commissions address mental health infrastructure and urban spaces. Curatorial projects foster international dialogues on art and geography. Awards include Arts Council commissions and residencies at international art programs. Conference participation focuses on art's role in public policy, health care, and geography.

• Visual Arts
• Printmaking
• Contemporary Art
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mary A. Fitzgerald is a Lecturer in the Department of Art and Design at the National College of Art and Design (NCAD) in Dublin. Her practice spans printmaking, painting, video, and installation, with a focus on perceptual experiences and the interplay between memory, reality, and abstraction. She collaborates frequently with artist Marc Reilly, exploring collaborative works and site-specific installations. Education: Fitzgerald holds a B.A. in Fine Art from Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology (1989) and an M.A. in Fine Art from NCAD (2004). Her research investigates drawing's broader role in shaping meaning through spatial and sensory engagement, often integrating public contexts and presentation devices. Research Interests: Her work interrogates how personal history and sensory experience alter perception, creating 'new realities' that blur literal and emotional spaces. Key themes include narrative archeology, the tension between revelation and concealment in art, and the transformation of materials and spaces. Collaborations with Marc Reilly have produced notable projects like Silver, Silver and Gold (2015), a stop-motion animation integrating light, sound, and 3D structures. Awards & Residencies: Recipient of the Arts Council Visual Arts Bursary and Professional Development Grant, Fitzgerald has held residencies at Clo Ceardlann (Donegal), Heinrich Böll Foundation, and Cill Riallig. Her work is featured in major collections including Trinity College Dublin, OPW, and Microsoft Ireland. Exhibitions & Projects: Notable shows include Quantum Leap (2015 Foundation Arts Festival), the Enniskillen Visual Arts Open (2016), and Artisterium in Tbilisi (2013-2014). She contributed to the public art project The Home Project under Breaking Ground’s Percent for Art scheme in Ballymun. Professional Affiliations: Member of the Black Church Print Studio (former board member/chair), Artist Panel at IMMA, and the Artists in Prison scheme. Her work emphasizes community engagement and site-responsive art practices.