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CIRcUL - Centre for Implementation Research at UL
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CIRcUL is a transdisciplinary research centre at University of Limerick that develops, supports and enhances the implementation of evidence-based research, policies, and programmes into routine practice. #ImpSci
Website & links: https://linktr.ee/circ_ul
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We are beyond thrilled to welcome Professor Geoff Curran (Univ. of Arkansas), who will share invaluable insights on breaking away from the traditional research pathway that treats implementation as an afterthought, delaying real-world impact. Don’t miss this opportunity, 5 Dec at UL. Register below
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We are launching the initiative “Grounds for Discovery - Coffee, Network and Learn”, an in-person networking event.

We welcome Prof. Geoff Curran, Director of the Center for Implementation Research at University of Arkansas

5th December @UL

Register here: forms.office.com/e/q1dC20hY81

#ImpSci
November 20, 2025 at 12:46 PM
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We are launching the initiative “Grounds for Discovery - Coffee, Network and Learn”, an in-person networking event.

We welcome Prof. Geoff Curran, Director of the Center for Implementation Research at University of Arkansas

5th December @UL

Register here: forms.office.com/e/q1dC20hY81

#ImpSci
November 5, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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CIRcUL is proud to launch the Alice Coffey Student Implementation Prize, celebrating excellence in the use of implementation science in student research.

This prize honours the outstanding legacy of Prof. Coffey, co-founder of CIRcUL.

All the information here: www.ul.ie/artsoc/circu...

#ImpSci
October 20, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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The Environmental Policy Implementation Community (EPIC) at the Institution of Environmental Sciences has launched a new, powerful resource to shape environmental policy delivery.

Our colleague Andrew Bray played a key role in this report as a contributor.

www.the-ies.org/sites/defaul...

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October 14, 2025 at 11:44 AM
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Proud to introduce Evangelin Samraj, one of the recipients of the CIRcUL PhD scholarships. The project is centred on developing a scalability implementation framework to support the effective scale-up of evidence-based interventions.

Learn more lnkd.in/dDkjDc55

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October 1, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Our collaboration with the Mayor of Limerick's Expert Group on Homelessness and Drug Addiction featured in the latest Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences EDI Bulletin.

This and all EDI news here: sway.cloud.microsoft/o8kOwdnrKB59...

#ImpSci #CircUL @unioflimerick.bsky.social
September 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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We are thrilled to release Issue #6 of our bulletin, including our latest updates, insights, and opportunities!

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September 9, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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As we celebrate six months since our formal launch in January, we are taking a moment to look back. Watch the interview Director Laura Keyes gave to Gillian Devlin at Live95, where she shared the vision behind our work and the current projects.

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UL Research hopes to improve the delivery of public services | Live95 Limerick Today Podcasts
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July 31, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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Who are we? What do we do? How do we do it?

Yesterday, we shared the story behind the creation of CIRcUL. In this video, Centre Director Laura Keyes provides an overview of the current “wicked problems” projects being undertaken by the Centre

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Presentation of CIRcUL - Dr Laura Keyes
In this video, Dr Laura Keyes, Director of the Centre for Implementation Research at UL (CIRcUL) presents the current projects of the Centre and its long-term vision.
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July 11, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Meet Alice Coffey, visionary co-founder of CIRcUL.
Alice shares the story of how a bold idea, supported by seed from @hri-ul.bsky.social, grew into CIRcUL.
The first of its kind in Ireland, and one of the first worldwide: Implementation matters to everyone.

📹https://vimeo.com/1100267060?share=copy
Alice Coffey - The Journey of the Centre for Implementation Research at University of Limerick
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July 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Does evidence really matter when policies are being shaped, and how much do policy-makers rely on this evidence?

This question was the starting point for this insightful and engaging HRB podcast.

#BringingResearchToLife
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PODCAST: The Health Research Podcast Episode 1
YouTube video by Health Research Board
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June 30, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Congratulations @reppp-ul.bsky.social on the official start of the Safe Futures project 👍😀
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reppp-ul.bsky.social Research Evidence into Policy, Programmes and Practice (REPPP) @reppp-ul.bsky.social · Jun 20
This week saw the official start of the Safe Futures Project between @reppp-ul.bsky.social and the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA). This project seeks to explore how to prevent the recruitment of young people into European drug markets. See www.euda.europa.eu/news/2025/la... for more information
June 23, 2025 at 3:06 PM
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Our latest bulletin is now available. This edition features the launch of our brand new course: Introduction to Implementation Science. Registration is now open - reserve your place today.

Access here for more details:

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June 23, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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As part of the National Action Plan (European Child Guarantee), the Government launched the Area Child Poverty Action Plan scheme. CIRcUL is leading the evaluation of the four pilots. At the Wheel Summit 25, Micheál Martin, mentioned the importance of these pilots:

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Taoiseach Micheál Martin pays tribute to community sector and charities at Wheel Summit 2025
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June 16, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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In this short presentation, Prof. Laurence Taggart from Queen's University Belfast, explores the importance of Organisational Readiness in a Randomised Control Trial, exposing a real case scenario.

#ImpSci #RW25 #WisdomForAction #ResearchWeekUL
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Laurence Taggart - Research Week 2025 - "Exploring the use of Organisational Readiness in a Randomised Control Trial"
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June 9, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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The Participatory Health Research Unit at @unioflimerick.bsky.social has launched a new Postgrad Diploma in Participatory Health Research.
If you're interested in advanced participatory research methods to support Implementation Science, this course is for you.
More info: lnkd.in/dr5uEquC
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Professional Diploma in Participatory Health Research.
June 6, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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It's poster time celebration at #EIE2025! - Dr Alphonce Omolo presented the poster ‘How can we evidence whether the “spirit” and “letter” of a national strategy land at the local level? A Case Study of the Irish Youth Justice Strategy 2021-2027’.

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June 6, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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CIRcUL is live at #EIE2025!

Our stand is ready and steady — come and meet Laura Keyes and Andrew Bray as they showcase how CIRcUL is driving impactful Implementation Research.

#ImpSci @laurakeyes.bsky.social @andy1608.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @implementeic.bsky.social
June 5, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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The #EIE2025 has officially started! Leah and Bianca welcoming us all to two days of implementation discussion, insights and shared learning. @circul.bsky.social
June 5, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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Prof. Allison Metz, Director of the Collaborative for Implementation Practice at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, explores the vital role of a trained workforce in Implementation Science and shares insights from the latest research.

Watch the video: vimeo.com/1084622060

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Allison Metz - Research Week 2025 - "Developing a Workforce to Support Implementation"
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June 3, 2025 at 11:53 AM
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New Video - Fidelity: Key Concepts for Implementation Research.

Talk by Geoffrey Curran, Professor at the UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, presented during Research Week at University of Limerick.

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Geoff Curran - Research Week 2025 - "Fidelity: Key Concepts for Implementation Research (mostly) and Practice"
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May 28, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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We are thrilled to announce two funded PhD Scholarships aimed at advancing Implementation Research.

Are you passionate about bridging the gap between research and real-world impact?

For full details, visit:

www.ul.ie/artsoc/circu...

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Two funded PhD Scholarships. 3 years of funding. Possible extension. email laura.keyes@ul.ie
May 16, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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Implementation Science seeks to answer a variety of research questions. In this video, we explore some of them.

Check them out and be inspired to use them in your research.

#StayCurious #ImplementationResearch #ImpSci #CIRcUL
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What Type of Research Questions Does Implementation Science Answer
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May 2, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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Day 1 of #ResearchWeekUL has come to an end.

What a great start to the week, hearing from some of the amazing research being carried out.

Check ul.ie/researchweek for the full programme of events.

#ResearchImpact #StayCurious #ResearchAtUL @circul.bsky.social @hri-ul.bsky.social
April 28, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Research week has started. We are delighted to attend the Implementation science - bridging the gap between knowledge and practice session today @laurakeyes.bsky.social @denia-claudino.bsky.social @circul.bsky.social
April 28, 2025 at 2:30 PM