Researchers from the School of Nursing & Midwifery participated in a unique showcase event which highlighted their groundbreaking research across the lifespan. 

The evening opened with the launch of our new Research Strategy Working Together for Better Future Healthcare, which outlines the School’s vision for innovation and impact within healthcare. 

Researchers, healthcare professionals and academics from different backgrounds explored cutting-edge projects, shared ideas and fostered potential future collaborations. 

Dr Linda Doyle, Provost of Trinity College Dublin, attended the showcase as guest of honour and familiarised herself with different research themes and projects across the School which are creating a positive impact within health education and healthcare.  

Lightening talks were also delivered on diverse topics including: 

  • ‘Perinatal mental health in an Irish context’ - Dr Susan Hannon: 
  • ‘An Evaluation of the Cancer Support Specialist Service in Children’s Health Ireland’ - Ms Maryanne Murphy 
  • ‘An Implementation Science Approach to Public and Patient Involvement in a National Mental Health Research Consortium’ - Dr Shaakya Anand-Vembar 
  • ‘The Impact of COVID-19 Associated Restrictions on Depression Among People with Intellectual Disabilities’ - Dr Fidelma Flannery 
  • ‘ProACT: A Digital integrated Care Solution for Multiple Disease Management’ - Dr Filipa Teixeira 

Dr Linda Doyle, Provost of Trinity College Dublin, said:  

“Passion, ambition and partnership are at the heart of how the School of Nursing & Midwifery works and I really want to encourage everyone to continue to kindle that passion - it is leading to great advances and great improvements for people’s lives. 

The School of Nursing & Midwifery is central to Trinity’s mission as an outstanding research-intensive university.” 

Prof Eilish Burke, Director of Research, reflecting on the showcase said: 

“The showcase was truly a celebration of our School community and a real testament to the vibrant, integrated and innovative research that enhances health and wellbeing. From the remarkable exhibits showcasing the schools research across the lifespan to the wonderful presentations and centre/thematic area stands, I am so proud of being part of this school community. Every contribution reflected the passion, talent and dedication that drives our school.  

We were also honoured to have both the Provost and Dean of Research attend and engage with our work and recognise how collectively we can achieve and bring our research strategy to life. To all of you, your commitment to ensuring this event’s success demonstrates how we can achieve this mission together. Let us continue to grow our research and nurture the talent which will ultimately leave a meaningful impact on the lives we aim to improve.” 

 Dr Damien Brennan, Head of School, said:  

“Since our establishment the School of Nursing & Midwifery has made important, effective and meaningful contributions through our research to the advancement of healthcare and clinical practice both within Ireland and around the world. We're very proud of the impact that our researchers have achieved, and we look forward to future partnerships and collaborations.    

I wish to congratulate Prof Eilish Burke, our Director of Research, and all our colleagues who came together to create this engaging display which emphasised how our research is making a difference at all stages of people’s lives.”