The mission of the Health Research Institute (HRI) is to advance person-centred, technology enabled integrated healthcare and treatment. 

Good health and wellbeing across the lifespan

Priority Research Areas

Since its foundation in 2014, the HRI has evolved from broad research themes to specific Priority Research Areas outlined in the HRI Strategy (2023-2028). These areas, which include ageing, cancer, physical activity for health, and diet and nutrition, are supported by expertise in the Underpinning Areas of Excellence; implementation science, participatory and arts-based research, and digital technology.

Our research aligns with global and national health strategies, particularly the UN Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Wellbeing. This ensures our work addresses global health challenges and promotes wellbeing for all ages.

Latest News

Latest News
Professor Anne MacFarlane pictured her IRC award
20 Jan 2025

HRI Member Highly Commended in Impact Award Category at 2024 Researcher of the Year Awards

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RTÉ Brainstorm Logo
08 Jan 2025

Catherine Norton on 'Why you shouldn't take health advice from topless influencers'

Professor Catherine Norton's research featured by RTE Brainstorm "Opinion: When it comes to health and social media, just because someone looks fit doesn't mean they're fit to give advice"
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UL Age Friendly Initiative
10 Dec 2024

UL Embraces Age-Friendly Future with New Initiative

UL Opens Doors to a Brighter Future for Older Adults
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Latest Events

Latest Events
fundamentals
29 Jan 2025

Informed Consent In Research - Legal and Ethic Issues

We are delighted to welcome Professor Eimear Spain and Barry Shanahan to discuss Informed Consent in Research - Ethical and Legal Issues.
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