Impact

At UCD, our research makes a difference.

Through our research we aim to contribute to society and improve the lives of people throughout the world.

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22nd in the world in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2021

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Publication impact is 75% above world averages (2015 to 2019)

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60% of publications have international co-authors

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We collaborate with 5,004 institutions worldwide on research publications

‘Out of sight, out of mind’: changing public perceptions of the mental health crisis in Irish prisons

  • Associate Professor Catherine Cox
  • Academic, Cultural, Health, Political, Social Impact

Winner of the 2020 UCD Research Impact Case Study Competition, Dr Cox identified long-standing neglect of people with mental illness in Irish prisons. Co-creating a series of arts events, she helped change perceptions of prisoners’ right to psychiatric services and contributed to the wellbeing of prisoners and ex-offenders.

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Creating Impact

Research Impact Toolkit

Writing an impact section in a funding proposal? Struggling to gather evidence of research impact? Want to increase the chance of your research making a positive difference? Visit our Research Impact Toolkit to learn more.

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UCD Research Impact Case Study Competition

Our annual competition encourages researchers of all disciplines to consider and celebrate the societal, economic and academic impact of their work.

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Impact seminars and workshops

Browse the UCD Research Portal to find out about upcoming research impact events, including workshops and seminars.

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Featured Case Studies

Dr Kevin Nolan: Reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission in hospitals

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Dr Desmond Earley: Promoting Ireland’s rich cultural heritage with contemporary choral music

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EIRSAT-1: Building Ireland’s first satellite, supporting the growth of the Irish space industry

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