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The gender gap in autism: why we need to do better for girls

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 than boys, sometimes not until adolescence meaning they can miss years of support when it matters most. At the INFANT Research Centre in University College Cork, Dr Jane English is investigating whether biological signals present at birth could help change that timeline. Her research focuses on identifying early-life biomarkers that may one day support earlier identification of autism, particularly those who could benefit from additional monitoring and support. The aim is not to diagnose autism at birth, but to build the scientific foundation for earlier screening. If successful, this work could help reduce delays in identification and ensure more children, especially girls, receive support earlier in life. “The overarching goal is to facilitate early intervention in children with autism.” English explains. “At the moment, diagnosis is complex, and quite often children are not diagnosed until the ages of four or five, and in some cases, much later”.   A system under pressure In Ireland, autism diagnosis typically involves a multidisciplinary team assessment. While comprehensive, the system is under significant strain. “There are thousands of families on waiting lists for a first-time autism assessment, with waiting times exceeding two years,” [...]

By |April 2nd, 2026|Categories: News|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Supporting parents through pregnancy loss with compassion and consistency

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

By |March 24th, 2026|Categories: impact-stories|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

Biomarkers to enable early treatment of newborn brain injury

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

Parents’ voices helping shape cerebral palsy research

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 shape cerebral palsy research through the Cerebral Palsy Parent Advisory Group (CP-PAG). The group is part of the wider ELEVATE research programme and the National Cerebral Palsy Programme, which aim to improve early diagnosis, care pathways and long-term outcomes for children with cerebral palsy in Ireland. The advisory group brings together parents who share their lived experience to help guide research aimed at improving care, support and outcomes for children with cerebral palsy. For Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day (25 March), INFANT is highlighting the role parents play in ensuring research reflects the priorities and everyday experiences of families. Parents involved in the group say their perspectives help researchers better understand what life with cerebral palsy looks like beyond clinical settings. “We are living the reality every day,” says Kirsty, whose four-year-old son Andre has spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy. “We can offer perspective into things researchers might not realise are important but matter greatly to families.”   Pictured left, Kirsty Diaso with her husband, daughter, and son Andre, who has spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy; pictured right, Kirsty and Andre.   Why lived experience matters in research Cerebral palsy is a [...]

By |March 24th, 2026|Categories: News|Tags: , , , |0 Comments

Postdoctoral Researcher Opportunity

  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 Prediction using radiomic imaging algorithms in Hypoxic Ischaemic Encephalopathy). About the Project The SOPHIE project aims to improve how we predict long-term outcomes for infants affected by hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy (HIE). This research focuses on developing advanced MRI-based biomarkers that can help identify children at risk of altered brain development and cognitive challenges at school age. The project involves: MRI scanning and neurocognitive assessment of school-age children with a history of HIE, alongside matched controls Advanced quantitative MRI analysis Identification of imaging features linked to neurodevelopmental outcomes Development of machine learning models to predict future brain development Integration of imaging and clinical data to improve early prediction tools Role Overview The successful candidate will contribute to a multidisciplinary research programme combining neuroimaging, data analysis, and machine learning to advance understanding of early brain injury and long-term outcomes. Salary €46,805 – €53,391 per annum (IUA PD1 Salary Scale) How to Apply Applications must be submitted via the University College Cork recruitment portal:👉 https://ore.ucc.ie/ Job Ref: 094673 For full details and the information package, please visit the link above. Informal Enquiries Prof Brian Walsh📧 brianhenry.walsh@ucc.ie Key Dates Closing Date: Friday, 3 [...]

By |March 24th, 2026|Categories: Job Advertisements, News|0 Comments

Building Research Capacity Across LINDA-FAMILIA

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 respond to the challenges facing women, children and families in their communities. This ambition sits at the heart of the LINDA-FAMILIA project, which brings together researchers, clinicians and public health experts working across multiple countries to strengthen the evidence base for improving maternal and newborn health. A key focus of the project is enhancing the ability of individuals and institutions to conduct high-quality research and make effective use of data collected through eRegistries. One of the project’s first milestones has been the development of a Theory of Change for research capacity strengthening (RCS). A Theory of Change helps map how a project’s activities are expected to lead to meaningful and lasting change. In practical terms, it means identifying the challenges we want to address, agreeing on the activities that will help tackle them, and defining the outcomes we hope to achieve over time. This framework was created during a collaborative workshop at the LINDA-FAMILIA kick-off meeting in Istanbul in November 2025 (pictured above). Partners from across the consortium came together to share their perspectives on key issues and priorities for strengthening research capacity. The result is a collective document [...]

By |March 4th, 2026|Categories: LINDA-FAMILIA Blog|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Advancing Digital Health Integration: LINDA-FAMILIA Technical Meeting in Ethiopia

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 system integration plans forward. Hosted at the Ethiopian Public Health Institute, the meeting brought together experts from the Ministry of Health Digital Health Department, the Addis Ababa Regional Health Bureau, EPHI’s National Data Management Center, HISP Ethiopia, and Pulse Tech, alongside other key partners. Discussions focused on strengthening interoperability between Electronic Medical Records and DHIS2, improving real-time reporting, standardising metadata, and preparing for system deployment. A steering committee was established to oversee integration, with clear technical responsibilities assigned across institutions. This meeting marks another important step toward building a more connected, data-driven maternal and child health system in Ethiopia. You can read the full story on our partner’s website here.

By |March 2nd, 2026|Categories: LINDA-FAMILIA Blog|Tags: , , |0 Comments

Children Needed For Research Study: The SOPHIE Study

The SOPHIE Study is a research study at University College Cork and Cork University Maternity Hospital/Cork University Hospital. Researchers at INFANT, UCC are looking for healthy children aged 5-11 years old to take part in this study. The study is looking to recruit more participants.  What is the Study?  ‘SOPHIE’ is an acronym for ‘School-aged Outcomes Post Hypoxic Ischaemic Encephalopathy’. Some children are diagnosed with hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy (HIE) after birth. These babies need extra help after delivery, due to issues with oxygen and blood flow to their brain. They are admitted to the neonatal unit and receive special treatment to help their brain to recover. There is very little information on how children who have been diagnosed with HIE in the newborn period continue to develop after two years of age. We know that some children have difficulties at school, but we don’t know how to identify these children early so that we can intervene sooner and improve their long-term outcomes. We are looking for healthy children to volunteer also to have a developmental assessment and if they wish, an MRI brain scan. The project is supervised by supervisors from University College Cork, Cork University Hospital, and INFANT Research Centre. Who is it for?  Healthy children aged 5-11 years old who have no known developmental issues. Children are eligible if they were born after [...]

By |February 5th, 2026|Categories: News, On-going research|0 Comments

Children Needed for Research Study: AIM-HIGH Feasibility Study

Overview The AIM-HIGH Feasibility Study is a research study at the INFANT Research Centre at University College Cork (UCC) and Cork University Maternity Hospital(CUMH). Researchers at INFANT, UCC are looking for healthy infants aged between 22 – 26 months to take part in this study. Express Interest here: https://forms.office.com/e/ZzAkScCcDG  What is the Study? In the INFANT Research Centre, we have developed a new way of measuring how well your child thinks, understands and learns about the world around them. The new test, CogniToT, is an interactive 20-minute tablet-based test involving playful tasks. Recently we have improved the design so that children with poorer vision can also complete the tasks. Before we test this in high-risk infants, but we need to see how healthy, normal-sighted children also perform on this new version. This is why we are asking for healthy children (22 – 26 months) to participate in this study.   The study is supervised by clinical consultants from University College Cork, Cork University Hospital, and INFANT Research Centre. Who is it for? Healthy infants, born at term, now aged between 22- 26 months with no known developmental or visual concerns. What do I need to do? Attend a 1-hour visit at the INFANT Research Centre, Cork University Hospital. During the visit, we will check your child’s vision, get them to complete the updated version of CogniToT [...]

By |January 27th, 2026|Categories: News, On-going research|0 Comments

LINDA-FAMILIA Project Launches with Four-Day Kick-Off Meeting in Istanbul

The LINDA-FAMILIA research project officially commenced with a four-day kick-off meeting held in Istanbul, Turkey, in November 2025. The meeting brought together over 30 participants from the project’s global partner consortium, with representatives from Ireland, Ethiopia, Norway, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and the United Kingdom. The event marked an important milestone for the project, setting the direction for collaborative research, capacity strengthening, and policy engagement in maternal and child health. Day 1 Marked the formal opening of the project with a Principal Investigator meeting in the morning, followed by a keynote presentation from the Director of INFANT, Prof Geraldine Boylan. Prof Boylan welcomed participants and outlined the overarching vision and ambition of LINDA-FAMILIA within the Horizon Europe framework. This was followed by detailed work package meetings, during which work package leads presented planned activities, timelines, and deliverables. These sessions provided clarity on roles and responsibilities and facilitated cross-work-package discussions to identify synergies and address potential challenges early in the project lifecycle. Day 2 Day 2 focused on policy engagement and digital health systems. The morning opened with an insightful presentation from the Chief Medical Officer of Tanzania, Dr Grace Magembe who shared national perspectives on maternal and child health priorities and the importance of strengthening health information systems. This was followed by a live demonstration of an eRegistry system, giving partners a practical understanding of how [...]

By |January 19th, 2026|Categories: LINDA-FAMILIA Blog|0 Comments

INFANT’s Annual Study Day 2025 – The Highlights

The INFANT Research Centre at UCC welcomed over 100 guests to its annual INFANT Study Day, which was held in the Aula Maxima on UCC’s campus - now home to portraits of 11 trailblazing women from, or with links to, the Munster region. The Study Day welcomed members of the INFANT multidisciplinary team from across a wide range of disciplines, including Neonatology, Public Health, Obstetrics, Paediatrics, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nutrition, Anatomy and Neuroscience, Physiology, AI, Pharmacology, Psychology and Health Information Systems (&more). We also welcomed colleagues from across UCC central services, and INFANT’s Strategic Advisory Board who support all the work we do, as well as those interested in learning more about INFANT’s research. It was a full-day event, showcasing ongoing research at all stages, highlighting what lies ahead, and providing insight into the vision for UCC Futures Children. The day also showcased our students who presented posters on the day. Professor Geraldine Boylan, Director of the INFANT Research Centre and UCC Futures Children, opened the Study Day with a welcome address and a recap of the highlights for 2025. She spoke about the Centre’s progress over the past 12 months in terms of funding, team expansion, support from central services, ongoing research studies, international conferences, spin-out updates, publications, awards, and what is coming up on the horizon. She also noted that INFANT is [...]

By |December 18th, 2025|Categories: News|0 Comments

New UCC Research Links Iron Deficiency in Mothers During Early Pregnancy to Lower Language and Motor Skills at Age Two

University College Cork (UCC) researchers have called for routine screening for iron deficiency in pregnant women, following new research that shows that iron deficiency in early pregnancy, even without anaemia, may be associated with lower language and motor development scores in children at two years of age. The findings, published in The Journal of Nutrition, build on major research released last year which showed that four in five pregnant women in Ireland are iron deficient by the third trimester. This new study sheds light on how early in pregnancy this deficiency matters for a baby’s brain development and reinforces the importance of greater awareness, early screening and supporting women throughout pregnancy. The latest findings are a result of research by the Irish Centre for Maternal and Child Health Research (INFANT) at UCC and partners at the University of Minnesota and the Masonic Institute of the Developing Brain. This study included 189 mother-child pairs, who participated in the IMPROvED and COMBINE cohort studies at the INFANT Research Centre, UCC. The key findings: Over 40% of women in the study had low iron stores by mid-pregnancy, despite being a generally healthy, low-risk group. Babies born to mothers who were iron deficient early in pregnancy had lower iron stores at birth, indicating that maternal iron levels directly influence a baby’s iron status. Children were assessed at two years of age, using the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler [...]

By |December 17th, 2025|Categories: In the press, News|0 Comments

UCC researchers receive €6.2m to lead groundbreaking discoveries

November 14th 2025: Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless, TD, has today announced €34.5 million in funding to support 39 cutting-edge research projects. Addressing biodiversity at Lough Hyne Marine Nature Reserve by combining modern mathematical methods, building computer models that better predict long-term outcomes for babies affected by birth-related oxygen loss, and the 3D printing of rechargeable batteries in any shape using sustainable materials are amongst the seven University College Cork (UCC) and Tyndall National Institute projects to receive a collective €6.2m funding under the Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme.  The Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme funds high-risk, high-reward research programmes and innovative, collaborative research with the potential to deliver economic and societal impact. This year’s Frontiers for the Future Programme was co-funded by Children’s Health Foundation, Breakthrough Cancer Research, and Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland.  Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD, today announced a total €34.5 million investment to support 39 cutting-edge research projects nationwide through the Programme.  Announcing the awards, Minister Lawless said: “We are investing in cutting-edge, curiosity-driven research, and empowering individual researchers to progress bold ideas that can lead to groundbreaking discoveries. These awards demonstrate our dedication to building a diverse and inclusive research community that delivers impact for our society and economy. I look [...]

By |November 14th, 2025|Categories: In the press, News|0 Comments

Neurobell’s Mark O’ Sullivan announced as “Founder of the Year” at Enterprise Ireland’s High Potential Start-up Awards

Mark O'Sullivan, CEO and Co-founder of UCC and INFANT spin-out company NeuroBell was announced last night as "Founder of the Year 2025" at Enterprise Ireland's High Potential Start-Up Awards. Founded in 2023, Neurobell aims to revolutionise seizure detection in newborns in NICUs, crucial for early intervention in brain injury cases like epilepsy and cerebral palsy. Its first product, Luna, is a pocket-sized wireless brain monitor that enables routine monitoring of babies across various hospital settings without the need for specialised expertise, allowing for timely intervention and treatment. The Enterprise Ireland Founder of the Year Awards recognise and celebrate the dedication of entrepreneurs and start-ups working to build world-class companies of the future. Five finalists were shortlisted for the 2025 Award, each nominated by their peers and actively engaged in Enterprise Ireland’s High Potential Start-Up (HPSU) Founders Forum over the past year. On receiving the award Mark O’Sullivan, CEO and Co-founder of NeuroBell said, “I am deeply honoured to receive this award, particularly as the nominees are selected by Founder peers. Enterprise Ireland has been with us on our start-up journey and we look forward to working them as we scale into the US and European markets. Luna allows healthcare workers in neonatal ICU’s to act quickly with the right information. Our ultimate aim is to grow the business globally, bringing Luna to all hospital settings for the benefit [...]

By |October 17th, 2025|Categories: In the press|0 Comments

Early Clues to Autism Discovered in Newborn Cord Blood – UCC Study Finds

Researchers at UCC’s Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience and INFANT Research Centre have identified early biological signs of autism in the umbilical cord blood of newborns. This study addresses the opportunity for blood-based biomarkers that can identify children with Autism much earlier in life opening possibilities for earlier detection and support for children and families. Disclaimer: This was a discovery study involving a relatively small group of children followed from birth to ages 7–10 and is not an immediate diagnostic test. A University College Cork (UCC) study has identified early biological signs of autism in the umbilical cord blood of newborns, opening up new possibilities for earlier detection and support for children and families. The research, published in Molecular Psychiatry, showed that children who were diagnosed with autism by the age of five had clear differences in their blood at birth, compared to neurotypical children. Key Findings Researchers at UCC’s INFANT Research Centre and Department of Anatomy and Neuroscience, UCC analysed cord blood samples from the Irish BASELINE Birth Cohort and discovered: Biological differences at birth: Newborns who were later diagnosed with autism had lower levels of certain hormones, proteins and immune-related molecules in their cord blood. By using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, the researchers built a model that could help predict which babies might later be diagnosed with autism. A number of [...]

By |October 12th, 2025|Categories: In the press, On-going research|0 Comments

UCC launches Irelands first Pregnancy Loss Support Policy for University staff

The first Pregnancy Loss Support Policy for staff in an Irish university was on Friday by University College Cork (UCC), marking a significant step forward in workplace wellbeing and inclusion. The policy aims to provide employees with dedicated leave, resources and support they need following a pregnancy loss under 23 weeks. It outlines the entitlements, procedures and support mechanisms in place to assist both staff who are affected by pregnancy loss, and their partners. Staff are now entitled to ten leave days per 12 month calendar year should they experience pregnancy loss. The policy was jointly developed by the Pregnancy Loss Research Group led by Professor Keelin O’Donoghue, UCC People and Culture and the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Unit and informed by the findings of the PLACES project report (2024) which was funded by the Department of Children, Equality and Disability. Closing a Gap in Statutory Leave Pregnancy loss affects approximately one in every four pregnancies. Currently, Irish law provides statutory maternity and paternity leave for pregnancy loss after 23 weeks (stillbirth or neonatal death), but no statutory entitlement exists for losses before this point. The PLACES project—Pregnancy Loss in Workplaces: Informing policymakers on support mechanisms—highlighted the need for better supports in these circumstances. The PLACES project is informing Government policy around statutory leave provision and is led by Professor Keelin O’Donoghue with colleagues across University College Cork [...]

By |October 10th, 2025|Categories: In the press|0 Comments

UCC-led digital health project awarded almost €5m to save lives of mothers and babies in Africa

A new digital health project has been awarded €4.9 million funding to help protect mothers and children in East Africa by using smart digital tools to fight infectious diseases and save lives. A University College Cork (UCC) led project, LINDA-FAMILIA, meaning “Protect the Family” in Swahili, has been funded under the Horizon Europe Programme to revolutionise maternal and child health in East Africa. Led by the INFANT Research Centre at UCC, the initiative will deploy scalable, interoperable digital health systems to track infectious diseases and support health services in pregnancy, postpartum, and childhood care. Transforming Maternal and Child Health Through Digital Innovation LINDA-FAMILIA will implement an open source, integrated digital health information system to replace paper-based records in four priority regions: Addis Ababa – Ethiopia, Eastern Province – Rwanda, Kilimanjaro Region – Tanzania, Lango Sub-region – Uganda. Using the free and open source DHIS2 platform, the world’s largest health information system, the project will integrate 11 World Health Organisation (WHO) recommended Digital Health Interventions (DHIs) to create country specific eRegistries. These systems will capture individual level health data on infectious diseases and vaccinations, enabling improved clinical care, disease surveillance, and public health research, at lower cost than existing systems. DHIS2 is especially suited to the LINDA-FAMILIA project as it is designed for use in low resources settings where internet coverage is unreliable. It makes use [...]

By |August 19th, 2025|Categories: In the press, LINDA-FAMILIA Blog, News, On-going research|0 Comments

ROAR for Research: Families Explore Science at Fota Wildlife Park

The INFANT Research Centre at University College Cork (UCC) hosted a Family Fun Science Fair on Saturday, 9th August 2025 at Fota Wildlife Park’s Education, Conservation and Research Centre (ECRC) which welcomed over 530 visitors across the day including children with CP, their families, carers, and the general public attending Fota Wildlife Park on the day. The event was filled with fun, discovery, creativity, and education, with a special focus on Cerebral Palsy (CP) research from the ELEVATE Research Programme. ELEVATE, led by INFANT at UCC is a five-year research programme that aims to improve the prevention, detection and treatment of early brain injury and cerebral palsy (CP) in Ireland. CP is the most common lifelong physical disability, it is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. It is caused by abnormal development or damage to parts of the brain. The severity of CP and the extent of the symptoms depend on both the extent of the damage or abnormalities and where they occur in the brain. ELEVATE has been funded under the Research Ireland Strategic Partnership Programme, with co-funding partner The Cerebral Palsy Foundation (CPF). INFANT, UCC is partnered with RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Trinity College Dublin (TCD) and all the tertiary-level maternity hospitals in Ireland. The science fair gave families the [...]

By |August 14th, 2025|Categories: News, On-going research|0 Comments

In4kids Marks International Youth Day by Celebrating Young Voices in Paediatric Research

On this International Youth Day, In4kids, Ireland’s national paediatric clinical trials network, hosted at the INFANT Research Centre in  University College Cork,  is shining a light on the essential role that young people play in shaping the future of healthcare. Observed globally on August 12th, the day celebrates young people’s engagement as a driving force behind more inclusive, equitable, and forward-thinking communities—and, in the case of In4kids, more effective and patient-centred research. A core part of this commitment is the National Young Persons’ Advisory Group (YPAG), an initiative co-developed by In4kids and the Children’s Health Ireland Clinical Research Centre (CHI-CRC), with support from the Health Research Board. The YPAG empowers young people aged 12–18 to contribute directly to the planning and design of paediatric clinical trials, research studies and healthcare innovation projects from across Ireland. Through the YPAG, young people collaborate with clinicians and researchers to offer feedback that helps make studies more relevant, and reflective of young patients’ real-world experiences. Their insights help guide research that is not only scientifically robust but also shaped by those it aims to serve. Elevating Young People’s Participation in Research Since its launch in August 2024, the YPAG has grown into a vibrant and diverse group of over 30 members from all over the country. The group has met in person in Dublin and Cork and continues to [...]

By |August 12th, 2025|Categories: News, On-going research|0 Comments

Now Recruiting New Research Study: ENIGMA Study  

Overview of the ENIGMA Study Children diagnosed with Autism often experience mental health challenges such as anxiety, low mood, and depression but it’s not clear what triggers these challenges. The ENIGMA research study aims to understand how various factors like environment, diet, stress, and activity levels affect the mental health of autistic children. By examining these factors, the researchers hope to develop strategies and alert systems to support children and their families better when triggers occur. Aim of the study: ‘ENIGMA’ is an acronym for ‘Environmental influence on mental illness via modifications of genomes and metabolomes in adolescents with Autism’ The aim of the study is to observe the daily lives of up to 400 autistic children aged 11-15 years across Europe. This study is funded by Horizon Europe, which is the research funding body of the European Union. Who is it for?  Adolescents clinically diagnosed with Autism. Must be able to interact verbally. Willingness to attend all study visits and wear a provided skin patch for 3-5 days, every month, at home for 6 months. Access to and ability to operate a smartphone. Exclusion Criteria Adolescents with severe motor impairments or schizophrenia. Complex medical conditions, as determined by the research psychologist. Intellectual disability and not attending mainstream school. What's Involved: Baseline Visit Discussion of study overview. Eligibility confirmation. Obtain Consent and Assent. Completion of [...]

By |August 6th, 2025|Categories: News, On-going research|0 Comments

INFANT, UCC Researcher Amongst New Fulbright Awardees

Friday, 25th July, 2025: The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, and the Embassy of the United States of America in Dublin are pleased to announce 18 Fulbright Irish Awardees for 2025-2026. Recipients were presented with Awards at a ceremony in the U.S. Embassy last night. Founded in 1946, the Fulbright bilateral exchange programme has served to strengthen international relations by facilitating academic and cultural exchanges globally for over 79 years. The Fulbright Program in Ireland has awarded grants to more than 2,500 Irish and American citizens since 1957, contributing to enduring Ireland-U.S. relations and a global culture of understanding. Fulbright alumni include 44 current or former heads of state, 62 Nobel Laureates, 90 Pulitzer Prize-winners, and 82 MacArthur Foundation Fellows. Each year, talented and remarkable candidates from across Ireland are selected to research, study and teach with leading experts at top institutions across the U.S. in disciplines ranging from business, law, health and technology to culture, heritage, the arts, and the Irish language. From August 2025 to August 2026, Fulbright Irish Scholars, Students and Professionals will attend institutions ranging from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Georgia Institute of Technology, and the University of Kansas to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, the Maxine Greene Institute, and the University of Colorado Boulder. Awardees [...]

By |July 25th, 2025|Categories: In the press, News|Tags: , |0 Comments
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