We got an inside look at some of the research underway at UL, from the exploration of sustainable materials to improving the quality of life for dementia patients.
Earlier this year, University of Limerick (UL) held their annual Research Week, an event that highlighted the range of groundbreaking research taking place at the university.
When SiliconRepublic.com visited UL to find out more, we got a chance to speak with some of the university’s research leaders, including vice-president for research Prof Norelee Kennedy, who described the importance of showcasing this work to colleagues and the wider public to highlight the great work being done but also to hopefully spark opportunities for further research and collaborations.
We also heard from the Bernal Institute’s Prof Maurice Collins, who told us about how he’s researching sustainable materials derived from waste resources, such as lignin (a by-product of paper and pulp production) to reuse in advanced engineering. Collins emphasised that this research is vital for the transition to a circular bioeconomy.
And we sat down with associate professor of music therapy Dr Hilary Moss, who is researching the effects of music therapy on people suffering from dementia. Through this endeavour, Moss and her team have discovered how music can help calm dementia patients as well as provide a glimpse into their personalities.
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Words by Colin Ryan
