Ageing Research Centre
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Ageing Research Centre at the University of Limerick
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Siobhán O'Reilly at @unioflimerick.bsky.social is bringing teens and older adults together on the dancefloor to explore how shared movement boosts health and builds bridges between generations.
Read Siobhán's article on The Conversation: pulse.ly/t5ur6xchww
Read Siobhán's article on The Conversation: pulse.ly/t5ur6xchww
Getting young and old people to dance together boosts health and reduces age discrimination – new research
A groundbreaking dance programme for teenagers and older adults is being rolled out across secondary schools in Ireland.
pulse.ly
August 27, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Siobhán O'Reilly at @unioflimerick.bsky.social is bringing teens and older adults together on the dancefloor to explore how shared movement boosts health and builds bridges between generations.
Read Siobhán's article on The Conversation: pulse.ly/t5ur6xchww
Read Siobhán's article on The Conversation: pulse.ly/t5ur6xchww
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@arc-ul.bsky.social has a fully funded PHD opening
For more information and how to apply, please click on the link below
#WhyWeDoResearch
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
For more information and how to apply, please click on the link below
#WhyWeDoResearch
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
Implementing an Age-Friendly National Ambulance Service: an evidence-based and stakeholder informed approach in HSE Mid-West at University of Limerick on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - Implementing an Age-Friendly National Ambulance Service: an evidence-based and stakeholder informed approach in HSE Mid-West at University of Limerick, listed on FindAPhD.com
www.findaphd.com
August 13, 2025 at 8:47 AM
@arc-ul.bsky.social has a fully funded PHD opening
For more information and how to apply, please click on the link below
#WhyWeDoResearch
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
For more information and how to apply, please click on the link below
#WhyWeDoResearch
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
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All you need to know about joint pain. A guide to the ins & outs of dealing with the reason for over 20% of GP appointments in Ireland by @clodagh-toomey.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
All you need to know about joint pain
The recommended treatment for most joint conditions is appropriate exercise and education on how to manage pain during daily activities
www.rte.ie
May 20, 2025 at 7:02 AM
All you need to know about joint pain. A guide to the ins & outs of dealing with the reason for over 20% of GP appointments in Ireland by @clodagh-toomey.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
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Read how UL researchers are helping to transform how healthcare is given to older adults in hospital emergency departments.
Specialist teams, timely assessment and smoother transitions home, have resulted in shorter wait times, better recovery and fewer hospital readmissions.
Specialist teams, timely assessment and smoother transitions home, have resulted in shorter wait times, better recovery and fewer hospital readmissions.
Changing how healthcare is delivered to older adults attending the Emergency Department (ED)
This research has helped to transform the care of older adults in Emergency Departments (EDs) across Ireland. By introducing specialist Health and Social Care Professional teams focused on timely…
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July 11, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Read how UL researchers are helping to transform how healthcare is given to older adults in hospital emergency departments.
Specialist teams, timely assessment and smoother transitions home, have resulted in shorter wait times, better recovery and fewer hospital readmissions.
Specialist teams, timely assessment and smoother transitions home, have resulted in shorter wait times, better recovery and fewer hospital readmissions.
🚨Exciting funded PhD Opportunity!🚨at the Ageing Research Centre UL.
🔍 Research aims to implement an Age-Friendly National Ambulance Service🚑, improving outcomes & experiences while reducing ED conveyance.
For more info and how to apply; www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
🔍 Research aims to implement an Age-Friendly National Ambulance Service🚑, improving outcomes & experiences while reducing ED conveyance.
For more info and how to apply; www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
Implementing an Age-Friendly National Ambulance Service: an evidence-based and stakeholder informed approach in HSE Mid-West at University of Limerick on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - Implementing an Age-Friendly National Ambulance Service: an evidence-based and stakeholder informed approach in HSE Mid-West at University of Limerick, listed on FindAPhD.com
www.findaphd.com
August 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
🚨Exciting funded PhD Opportunity!🚨at the Ageing Research Centre UL.
🔍 Research aims to implement an Age-Friendly National Ambulance Service🚑, improving outcomes & experiences while reducing ED conveyance.
For more info and how to apply; www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
🔍 Research aims to implement an Age-Friendly National Ambulance Service🚑, improving outcomes & experiences while reducing ED conveyance.
For more info and how to apply; www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
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An Age Friendly University initiative — making space for older adults to learn, connect, and thrive on campus. 💬📚
Education should be for every stage of life. #AgeingResearch @arc-ul.bsky.social
www.ul.ie/gps/age-frie...
Education should be for every stage of life. #AgeingResearch @arc-ul.bsky.social
www.ul.ie/gps/age-frie...
UL Age Friendly University
OverviewThis initiative reflects the University’s commitment to inclusive education and lifelong learning, offering older adults a chance to explore new interests, engage with academic ideas, and conn...
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July 31, 2025 at 8:37 AM
An Age Friendly University initiative — making space for older adults to learn, connect, and thrive on campus. 💬📚
Education should be for every stage of life. #AgeingResearch @arc-ul.bsky.social
www.ul.ie/gps/age-frie...
Education should be for every stage of life. #AgeingResearch @arc-ul.bsky.social
www.ul.ie/gps/age-frie...
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HRI members Siobhán O'Reilly, Amanda Clifford & Orfhlaith Ní Bhriain explore how intergenerational dance boosts physical and mental health and helps break down ageism.
theconversation.com/getting-youn...
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@siobhanoreilly.bsky.social @arc-ul.bsky.social
Getting young and old people to dance together boosts health and reduces age discrimination – new research
A groundbreaking dance programme for teenagers and older adults is being rolled out across secondary schools in Ireland.
theconversation.com
August 7, 2025 at 9:35 AM
HRI members Siobhán O'Reilly, Amanda Clifford & Orfhlaith Ní Bhriain explore how intergenerational dance boosts physical and mental health and helps break down ageism.
theconversation.com/getting-youn...
@siobhanoreilly.bsky.social @arc-ul.bsky.social
theconversation.com/getting-youn...
@siobhanoreilly.bsky.social @arc-ul.bsky.social
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An amazing feature by @unioflimerick.bsky.social on our researchers Prof. Katie Robinson and Prof. Rose Galvin, who are the co-leads of the HRIs @arc-ul.bsky.social.
#WhyWeDoResearch @ulresearch.bsky.social
#AgeingResearch
www.ul.ie/research/cha...
#WhyWeDoResearch @ulresearch.bsky.social
#AgeingResearch
www.ul.ie/research/cha...
Changing how healthcare is delivered to older adults attending the Emergency Department (ED)
This research has helped to transform the care of older adults in Emergency Departments (EDs) across Ireland. By introducing specialist Health and Social Care Professional teams focused on timely asse...
www.ul.ie
July 11, 2025 at 11:35 AM
An amazing feature by @unioflimerick.bsky.social on our researchers Prof. Katie Robinson and Prof. Rose Galvin, who are the co-leads of the HRIs @arc-ul.bsky.social.
#WhyWeDoResearch @ulresearch.bsky.social
#AgeingResearch
www.ul.ie/research/cha...
#WhyWeDoResearch @ulresearch.bsky.social
#AgeingResearch
www.ul.ie/research/cha...
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HRIs @clodagh-toomey.bsky.social is featured in the Irish Examiner publication on osteoporosis
#WhyWeDoResearch @arc-ul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/he...
#WhyWeDoResearch @arc-ul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/he...
Living with osteoporosis: 'When I was 24, they told me the damage had been done — look where I am today'
A worrying number of people in Ireland may unknowingly have low bone mass, or osteopenia, putting them at increased risk of fractures
www.irishexaminer.com
July 16, 2025 at 12:11 PM
HRIs @clodagh-toomey.bsky.social is featured in the Irish Examiner publication on osteoporosis
#WhyWeDoResearch @arc-ul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/he...
#WhyWeDoResearch @arc-ul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social
www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/he...
Huge congrats to Dr Sara Hayes for leading an outstanding #StrokeResearch event today
📸with @aoifewhiston.bsky.social Dr Mgt O'Connor, Nora Cunningham, Dr Deirdre McCartan, Virginie McCarthy Edel Hennessy (UHL) & PPI contributors Dr Jim Bradley, Mike Butler & Reg Turner
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📸with @aoifewhiston.bsky.social Dr Mgt O'Connor, Nora Cunningham, Dr Deirdre McCartan, Virginie McCarthy Edel Hennessy (UHL) & PPI contributors Dr Jim Bradley, Mike Butler & Reg Turner
@hri-ul.bsky.social
July 10, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Huge congrats to Dr Sara Hayes for leading an outstanding #StrokeResearch event today
📸with @aoifewhiston.bsky.social Dr Mgt O'Connor, Nora Cunningham, Dr Deirdre McCartan, Virginie McCarthy Edel Hennessy (UHL) & PPI contributors Dr Jim Bradley, Mike Butler & Reg Turner
@hri-ul.bsky.social
📸with @aoifewhiston.bsky.social Dr Mgt O'Connor, Nora Cunningham, Dr Deirdre McCartan, Virginie McCarthy Edel Hennessy (UHL) & PPI contributors Dr Jim Bradley, Mike Butler & Reg Turner
@hri-ul.bsky.social
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#jobFairy 💚🚴🏽
We're looking for people to join our @iscycle.bsky.social team, promoting ebikes as a healthy and climate-friendly alternative to driving. We have scope to employ at least two post-docs off this ad, and RA posts as well #ebike #sustainableMobility my.corehr.com/pls/esbsheul...
We're looking for people to join our @iscycle.bsky.social team, promoting ebikes as a healthy and climate-friendly alternative to driving. We have scope to employ at least two post-docs off this ad, and RA posts as well #ebike #sustainableMobility my.corehr.com/pls/esbsheul...
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June 20, 2025 at 9:28 AM
#jobFairy 💚🚴🏽
We're looking for people to join our @iscycle.bsky.social team, promoting ebikes as a healthy and climate-friendly alternative to driving. We have scope to employ at least two post-docs off this ad, and RA posts as well #ebike #sustainableMobility my.corehr.com/pls/esbsheul...
We're looking for people to join our @iscycle.bsky.social team, promoting ebikes as a healthy and climate-friendly alternative to driving. We have scope to employ at least two post-docs off this ad, and RA posts as well #ebike #sustainableMobility my.corehr.com/pls/esbsheul...
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Check out this upcoming event!
Thursday, July 10 · 12:30 - 2:30pm
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#WhyWeDoResearch
Thursday, July 10 · 12:30 - 2:30pm
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#WhyWeDoResearch
Stroke research event
This event will offer an insight to stroke recovery research that is being conducted locally by clinicians and academics at UHL and UL.
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June 30, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Check out this upcoming event!
Thursday, July 10 · 12:30 - 2:30pm
www.eventbrite.ie/e/stroke-res...
#WhyWeDoResearch
Thursday, July 10 · 12:30 - 2:30pm
www.eventbrite.ie/e/stroke-res...
#WhyWeDoResearch
Great article from Prof Rose Galvin on 'Exploring safe and effective care for older adults accessing emergency care' in healthnews .ie today
www.healthnews.ie/chronic-cond...
www.healthnews.ie/chronic-cond...
Exploring safe and effective care for older adults accessing emergency care
Emergency departments (EDs) around the world are facing huge challenges due to a rapid increase in the number of patients attending, especially older adults.
www.healthnews.ie
June 30, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Great article from Prof Rose Galvin on 'Exploring safe and effective care for older adults accessing emergency care' in healthnews .ie today
www.healthnews.ie/chronic-cond...
www.healthnews.ie/chronic-cond...
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Really enjoying @otaust.bsky.social #OTAUS2025 in Adelaide - Thanks to those who attended my presentation yesterday on how Irish allied health educators value + are challenged by service user involvement in teaching. Thanks @hri-ul.bsky.social for enabling me to attend!
June 25, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Really enjoying @otaust.bsky.social #OTAUS2025 in Adelaide - Thanks to those who attended my presentation yesterday on how Irish allied health educators value + are challenged by service user involvement in teaching. Thanks @hri-ul.bsky.social for enabling me to attend!
Listen back to ARC Co-Director Rose Galvin on Clare FM this morning : soundcloud.com/clarefm/agei...
Ageing Well Slot - Ageing Research Centre
It’s time to turn to one of our newer features, Ageing Well.
Reorientating health services to meet the needs and preferences of older adults is essential. Furthermore, adopting age inclusive environ
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May 27, 2025 at 10:34 PM
Listen back to ARC Co-Director Rose Galvin on Clare FM this morning : soundcloud.com/clarefm/agei...
New paper from ARC on the effect of non-pharmacological interventions on urinary incontinence in frail older adults.
Huge congrats to Maureen O'Callaghan, Morgan Senter, Aoife Whiston, Katie Robinson and Amanda Clifford.
journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...
Huge congrats to Maureen O'Callaghan, Morgan Senter, Aoife Whiston, Katie Robinson and Amanda Clifford.
journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...
The effect of conservative non-pharmacological interventions on the management of urinary incontinence in older adults living with frailty: Systematic review and meta-analysis
Background Urinary incontinence (UI) is highly prevalent among older adults with frailty, impacting function, quality of life and risk of long-term care admission. Objective To systematically review...
journals.plos.org
May 15, 2025 at 11:13 AM
New paper from ARC on the effect of non-pharmacological interventions on urinary incontinence in frail older adults.
Huge congrats to Maureen O'Callaghan, Morgan Senter, Aoife Whiston, Katie Robinson and Amanda Clifford.
journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...
Huge congrats to Maureen O'Callaghan, Morgan Senter, Aoife Whiston, Katie Robinson and Amanda Clifford.
journals.plos.org/plosone/arti...
Together with the Age Friendly University Committee at UL we are hosting an Age-Inclusive Symposium on Friday, 30th May, 12-2pm.
Great line up of speakers including Prof Emer Ahern, IGS President & Professor Margaret O’Connor UHL.
Pls DM if you would like to attend.
Great line up of speakers including Prof Emer Ahern, IGS President & Professor Margaret O’Connor UHL.
Pls DM if you would like to attend.
May 8, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Together with the Age Friendly University Committee at UL we are hosting an Age-Inclusive Symposium on Friday, 30th May, 12-2pm.
Great line up of speakers including Prof Emer Ahern, IGS President & Professor Margaret O’Connor UHL.
Pls DM if you would like to attend.
Great line up of speakers including Prof Emer Ahern, IGS President & Professor Margaret O’Connor UHL.
Pls DM if you would like to attend.
🎉 Huge congratulations to Christina Hayes for successfully defending her PhD thesis at viva yesterday!
Special thanks to examiners, Prof Roman Romero-Ortuno, TCD and Dr Clodagh Toomey and to the chair Dr Mellissa Prunty
Congrats also to supervisors Prof Rose Galvin & Dr. Molly Manning!🎓👏
Special thanks to examiners, Prof Roman Romero-Ortuno, TCD and Dr Clodagh Toomey and to the chair Dr Mellissa Prunty
Congrats also to supervisors Prof Rose Galvin & Dr. Molly Manning!🎓👏
May 8, 2025 at 9:44 AM
🎉 Huge congratulations to Christina Hayes for successfully defending her PhD thesis at viva yesterday!
Special thanks to examiners, Prof Roman Romero-Ortuno, TCD and Dr Clodagh Toomey and to the chair Dr Mellissa Prunty
Congrats also to supervisors Prof Rose Galvin & Dr. Molly Manning!🎓👏
Special thanks to examiners, Prof Roman Romero-Ortuno, TCD and Dr Clodagh Toomey and to the chair Dr Mellissa Prunty
Congrats also to supervisors Prof Rose Galvin & Dr. Molly Manning!🎓👏
Great new paper from Dr Niamh Cummins & colleagues🏥 highlighting that expecting patients to self-assess illness severity related to ED attendances may not be reasonable as even healthcare providers do not consistently agree on appropriateness of presentations.
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
May 8, 2025 at 9:37 AM
Great new paper from Dr Niamh Cummins & colleagues🏥 highlighting that expecting patients to self-assess illness severity related to ED attendances may not be reasonable as even healthcare providers do not consistently agree on appropriateness of presentations.
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
link.springer.com/article/10.1...
great article providing guidance on overcoming the specific challenges faced by aging-focused researchers in transparently reporting a systematic review.
New Publication! Read the newest addition to the Around the Equator with Clin-STAR JAGS series "Systematic Reviews of Intervention Effectiveness; Challenges and Opportunities" here: bit.ly/4jKWyGj @agsjournal.bsky.social
May 8, 2025 at 9:35 AM
great article providing guidance on overcoming the specific challenges faced by aging-focused researchers in transparently reporting a systematic review.
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People with Parkinson’s, their relatives/carers, and healthcare professionals are invited to a World Café event to discuss opportunities and risks in the use of mixed reality in rehabilitation for people with Parkinson’s.
Contact Prof Amanda Clifford Amanda.Clifford@ul.ie for more information.
Contact Prof Amanda Clifford Amanda.Clifford@ul.ie for more information.
May 8, 2025 at 9:05 AM
People with Parkinson’s, their relatives/carers, and healthcare professionals are invited to a World Café event to discuss opportunities and risks in the use of mixed reality in rehabilitation for people with Parkinson’s.
Contact Prof Amanda Clifford Amanda.Clifford@ul.ie for more information.
Contact Prof Amanda Clifford Amanda.Clifford@ul.ie for more information.
Celebrating Brian Condon's successful PhD defense🥳
Huge thank you to the stellar examiners (Prof. Michelle Canavan & Dr. Mairead Cahill) (chairperson Dr Claire O'Donnell).
Congrats also to supervisors Rose Galvin, Katie Robinson & Anne Griffin!
#AgeingResearch #PhDDefense @hri-ul.bsky.social
Huge thank you to the stellar examiners (Prof. Michelle Canavan & Dr. Mairead Cahill) (chairperson Dr Claire O'Donnell).
Congrats also to supervisors Rose Galvin, Katie Robinson & Anne Griffin!
#AgeingResearch #PhDDefense @hri-ul.bsky.social
May 1, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Celebrating Brian Condon's successful PhD defense🥳
Huge thank you to the stellar examiners (Prof. Michelle Canavan & Dr. Mairead Cahill) (chairperson Dr Claire O'Donnell).
Congrats also to supervisors Rose Galvin, Katie Robinson & Anne Griffin!
#AgeingResearch #PhDDefense @hri-ul.bsky.social
Huge thank you to the stellar examiners (Prof. Michelle Canavan & Dr. Mairead Cahill) (chairperson Dr Claire O'Donnell).
Congrats also to supervisors Rose Galvin, Katie Robinson & Anne Griffin!
#AgeingResearch #PhDDefense @hri-ul.bsky.social
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@arc-ul.bsky.social will round up the HRI event as part of UL's Research Week 2025.
'Research insights on managing chronic pain in older adults'
#WhyWeDoResearch
'Research insights on managing chronic pain in older adults'
#WhyWeDoResearch
Research insights on managing chronic pain in older adults
HRI presents Ageing Research Centre: Research Insights on Managing Chronic Pain in Older Adults
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March 31, 2025 at 9:15 AM
@arc-ul.bsky.social will round up the HRI event as part of UL's Research Week 2025.
'Research insights on managing chronic pain in older adults'
#WhyWeDoResearch
'Research insights on managing chronic pain in older adults'
#WhyWeDoResearch
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Did you know 200+ older adults are treated daily at UHL’s emergency department? Dr. Rose Galvin & a team at @unioflimerick.bsky.social, developed a comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Model, reducing re-admittance & helping patients return home faster.
www.iua.ie/betterirelan...
#BetterIreland
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#BetterIreland
April 14, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Did you know 200+ older adults are treated daily at UHL’s emergency department? Dr. Rose Galvin & a team at @unioflimerick.bsky.social, developed a comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Model, reducing re-admittance & helping patients return home faster.
www.iua.ie/betterirelan...
#BetterIreland
www.iua.ie/betterirelan...
#BetterIreland
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Farewell to our dear colleague, Prof. Alice Coffey
We were honoured to present her with a tribute to acknowledge her career: the creation of the "Alice Coffey Student Implementation Research Prize." This prize will be awarded annually to a student project. We cannot wait to welcome Alice back
We were honoured to present her with a tribute to acknowledge her career: the creation of the "Alice Coffey Student Implementation Research Prize." This prize will be awarded annually to a student project. We cannot wait to welcome Alice back
April 2, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Farewell to our dear colleague, Prof. Alice Coffey
We were honoured to present her with a tribute to acknowledge her career: the creation of the "Alice Coffey Student Implementation Research Prize." This prize will be awarded annually to a student project. We cannot wait to welcome Alice back
We were honoured to present her with a tribute to acknowledge her career: the creation of the "Alice Coffey Student Implementation Research Prize." This prize will be awarded annually to a student project. We cannot wait to welcome Alice back