The gender gap in autism: why we need to do better for girls Autism diagnosis can be a long and complex process. For some children, assessment takes years. Girls in particular are often identified much later [...]
Supporting parents through pregnancy loss with compassion and consistency Pregnancy loss and perinatal death are among the most devastating experiences a family can face. At such a time, parents need not only empathy
Biomarkers to enable early treatment of newborn brain injury Lack of oxygen to the brain at birth affects almost 200 babies in Ireland each year and more than two million infants globally. This condition, known as hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy
Predicting pre-eclampsia before it becomes dangerous For many women, pre-eclampsia arrives without warning. What begins as a healthy pregnancy can suddenly become life-threatening, with serious consequences for both mother and baby
From research to real-time care: the ANSeR study Babies admitted to neonatal intensive care due to complications during pregnancy are at high risk of brain injury and seizures, which can have lifelong consequences if not detected and treated early
Parents’ voices helping shape cerebral palsy research Research is strongest when it reflects the realities of the people it aims to support. At the INFANT Research Centre at University College Cork (UCC), parents are helping [...]
Postdoctoral Researcher Opportunity INFANT Research Centre, University College CorkFixed Term: 24 Months (Full-Time) The INFANT Research Centre at University College Cork is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the SOPHIE Project (School-age Outcome [...]
Food is supposed to be simple. But for families of children with severe food allergies, everyday life can be shaped by uncertainty. A birthday party, a school lunch, or a simple snack can carry the risk of a serious allergic reaction.
Strengthening research capacity is essential for improving maternal and newborn health. When local teams have the skills, knowledge and systems to generate high-quality research and use its findings, they are better equipped to design services and [...]
Strengthening digital health systems requires more than technology. It requires coordination, shared standards, and strong partnerships. On 26 February 2026, partners of the LINDA-FAMILIA project in Ethiopia came together for a high-level technical meeting to move [...]
