Research & Innovation
Our research makes a difference
UCD is a community of world class academics making fundamental discoveries with real, far-reaching impact for people and our planet.
At UCD, our research makes a difference. We deliver research and innovation at scale and in areas of national and global significance by prioritising excellence and impact, investing in our people and providing a culture and environment in which they are supported to deliver across the university's four strategic themes - creating a sustainable global society; transforming through digital technology; building a healthier world; and empowering humanity. www.ucd.ie/research.
COLLABORATIONS
UCD has a broad research collaboration footprint. This is evidenced by collaborating on research publications with researchers based in 153 countries and regions. UCD is number one in Ireland for the highest number of research publications per year. Almost 60 per cent of UCD’s research publications have international co-authors, while 5.7% have collaboration with industry.
RESEARCH PARTNERSHIPS
UCD is addressing society’s most pressing challenges through its diverse range of research and innovation activities, particularly through interdisciplinary partnerships that foster new approaches to finding new solutions.
Through the UCD Research Partners team, we are developing new and existing partnerships that enable excellent research and innovation, and that can deliver breakthrough impact.
KEY FACTS
- UCD is ranked No.1 in Ireland and 18th in Europe for Horizon Europe research funding.
- UCD has received €722m in research funding in the last five years.
- UCD is No.1 in Ireland for the percentage of open access publications.
UCD Graduate Admissions
University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.(If you are an international student please visit UCD Global) T: +353 1 716 7777