Roisin M Connolly
@rmconnolly.bsky.social
-Breast Cancer Researcher
-Academic Director @CUH/UCC Cancer Centre, Cork, IRL
-Director, Cancer Research @UCC & UCC Cancer Trials Group
-Associate Professor @JohnsHopkins, Baltimore, MD
-Views are my own.
-Academic Director @CUH/UCC Cancer Centre, Cork, IRL
-Director, Cancer Research @UCC & UCC Cancer Trials Group
-Associate Professor @JohnsHopkins, Baltimore, MD
-Views are my own.
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Menopause, Diet and Cancer is a practical resource for women navigating menopause as a result of cancer treatment, offering evidence-based nutritional guidance to support health and well-being.
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Book details advice for cancer patients to counter 'world full of nutrition misinformation'
One breast cancer patient said: 'The very treatments that are keeping me alive also carry long-term risks to my heart, bones, brain, and other vital organs.'
irishexaminer.com
May 29, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Menopause, Diet and Cancer is a practical resource for women navigating menopause as a result of cancer treatment, offering evidence-based nutritional guidance to support health and well-being.
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...
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Very proud to join esteemed colleagues and participants from the LiamMcTrial this evening a we launch the ‘Living well toolkit’ for men recovering from cancer. Honoured to be part of this great work
@uccresearch.bsky.social
@uccresearch.bsky.social
May 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Very proud to join esteemed colleagues and participants from the LiamMcTrial this evening a we launch the ‘Living well toolkit’ for men recovering from cancer. Honoured to be part of this great work
@uccresearch.bsky.social
@uccresearch.bsky.social
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In this #menshealthweek can I give a shout out to the amazing LiamMc Trial team for their inspiring work with men following prostate cancer treatment. @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social
June 9, 2025 at 7:22 AM
In this #menshealthweek can I give a shout out to the amazing LiamMc Trial team for their inspiring work with men following prostate cancer treatment. @cancerresearch-ucc.bsky.social
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In a powerful blend of art, community & care
Cancer Research @UCC & CCAE unveil Moving Words - a new (micro)landscape in the city raising awareness for cancer survivorship.
Read more: tinyurl.com/52dy62m5
Support our work: tinyurl.com/bdavkfxd
Cancer Research @UCC & CCAE unveil Moving Words - a new (micro)landscape in the city raising awareness for cancer survivorship.
Read more: tinyurl.com/52dy62m5
Support our work: tinyurl.com/bdavkfxd
June 9, 2025 at 2:08 PM
In a powerful blend of art, community & care
Cancer Research @UCC & CCAE unveil Moving Words - a new (micro)landscape in the city raising awareness for cancer survivorship.
Read more: tinyurl.com/52dy62m5
Support our work: tinyurl.com/bdavkfxd
Cancer Research @UCC & CCAE unveil Moving Words - a new (micro)landscape in the city raising awareness for cancer survivorship.
Read more: tinyurl.com/52dy62m5
Support our work: tinyurl.com/bdavkfxd
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We are proud to have Professor Jack Gleeson co-lead the pragmatic randomised clinical trials component of this exciting project aimed at managing the long-term effects of testicular cancer in young survivors. Interdisciplinary research driving innovation to help improve lives of people with cancer.
Researchers @ucc.ie have received funding to lead a major new €6 million European project that will revolutionise how adolescents and young adults across Europe understand and manage the long-term effects of testicular cancer.
www.ucc.ie/en/news/2025...
www.ucc.ie/en/news/2025...
June 11, 2025 at 10:56 AM
We are proud to have Professor Jack Gleeson co-lead the pragmatic randomised clinical trials component of this exciting project aimed at managing the long-term effects of testicular cancer in young survivors. Interdisciplinary research driving innovation to help improve lives of people with cancer.
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🏅The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre received a gold standard European accreditation today & is now a designated Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) Cancer Centre. This accreditation will enhance clinical & research ecosystem attracting funding and experts to work in this region.
June 13, 2025 at 2:23 PM
🏅The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre received a gold standard European accreditation today & is now a designated Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) Cancer Centre. This accreditation will enhance clinical & research ecosystem attracting funding and experts to work in this region.
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The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre is officially a designated Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) Cancer Centre #OncologyDays2025 #OECI #CUH #UCC #HSESouthWest
June 13, 2025 at 4:25 PM
The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre is officially a designated Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) Cancer Centre #OncologyDays2025 #OECI #CUH #UCC #HSESouthWest
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On #WorldMicrobiomeDay our #MicrobiomeAmbassadors are declaring their microbe love publicly to raise awareness of the potential microbiomes have for healthier people and a healthier planet. Our director Prof RoisinMConnolly is leading out the campaign.
June 27, 2025 at 9:39 AM
On #WorldMicrobiomeDay our #MicrobiomeAmbassadors are declaring their microbe love publicly to raise awareness of the potential microbiomes have for healthier people and a healthier planet. Our director Prof RoisinMConnolly is leading out the campaign.
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We’re proud to share a novel, internationally recognised protocol from the LYSA Trial - selected as a top abstract at ESPEN 2023.
This dietitian-led survivorship intervention uses ePROs over 12 months to monitor weight, nutrition, and physical activity.
Read more: doi.org/10.12688/hrb...
This dietitian-led survivorship intervention uses ePROs over 12 months to monitor weight, nutrition, and physical activity.
Read more: doi.org/10.12688/hrb...
July 8, 2025 at 4:13 PM
We’re proud to share a novel, internationally recognised protocol from the LYSA Trial - selected as a top abstract at ESPEN 2023.
This dietitian-led survivorship intervention uses ePROs over 12 months to monitor weight, nutrition, and physical activity.
Read more: doi.org/10.12688/hrb...
This dietitian-led survivorship intervention uses ePROs over 12 months to monitor weight, nutrition, and physical activity.
Read more: doi.org/10.12688/hrb...
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Earlier this summer our Marie Curie (INSPIRE) fellow Munawar Abbas spoke at the International Symposium on Nutritional Strategies for Sustainable Health hosted by Government College University, Faisalabad & the Nutrition and Health Society.
Title: 'Feeding the Gut – How Microbes Shape Our Health'
Title: 'Feeding the Gut – How Microbes Shape Our Health'
July 9, 2025 at 1:11 PM
Earlier this summer our Marie Curie (INSPIRE) fellow Munawar Abbas spoke at the International Symposium on Nutritional Strategies for Sustainable Health hosted by Government College University, Faisalabad & the Nutrition and Health Society.
Title: 'Feeding the Gut – How Microbes Shape Our Health'
Title: 'Feeding the Gut – How Microbes Shape Our Health'
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Menopause, Diet & Cancer is designed to offer practical, evidence-based guidance on how dietary and lifestyle choices can alleviate menopausal symptoms and enhance overall wellbeing. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
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New resource for women navigating menopause and diet after cancer - Irish Pharmacist
A new innovative resource has been launched for women affected by cancer who are experiencing a treatment-induced menopause...
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July 9, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Menopause, Diet & Cancer is designed to offer practical, evidence-based guidance on how dietary and lifestyle choices can alleviate menopausal symptoms and enhance overall wellbeing. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
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Could tumour growth speed predict outcomes in oligoprogressive cancer treated with SBRT?
In a study of Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy treated patients Prof Aisling Barry & team find tumour-specific growth rate may help identify who benefits most from treatment, irrespective of type.
In a study of Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy treated patients Prof Aisling Barry & team find tumour-specific growth rate may help identify who benefits most from treatment, irrespective of type.
July 15, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Could tumour growth speed predict outcomes in oligoprogressive cancer treated with SBRT?
In a study of Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy treated patients Prof Aisling Barry & team find tumour-specific growth rate may help identify who benefits most from treatment, irrespective of type.
In a study of Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy treated patients Prof Aisling Barry & team find tumour-specific growth rate may help identify who benefits most from treatment, irrespective of type.
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Explore cutting-edge XR research & innovation! The EU-funded
TRANSCEND-XR project at UCC are hiring for 2 roles
🔹 Project Manager – tinyurl.com/35r3e3zj
🔹 Postdoc Researcher – tinyurl.com/46jxavsn
#JobAlert #XR #ResearchJobs #EUfunded #UCC
TRANSCEND-XR project at UCC are hiring for 2 roles
🔹 Project Manager – tinyurl.com/35r3e3zj
🔹 Postdoc Researcher – tinyurl.com/46jxavsn
#JobAlert #XR #ResearchJobs #EUfunded #UCC
July 29, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Explore cutting-edge XR research & innovation! The EU-funded
TRANSCEND-XR project at UCC are hiring for 2 roles
🔹 Project Manager – tinyurl.com/35r3e3zj
🔹 Postdoc Researcher – tinyurl.com/46jxavsn
#JobAlert #XR #ResearchJobs #EUfunded #UCC
TRANSCEND-XR project at UCC are hiring for 2 roles
🔹 Project Manager – tinyurl.com/35r3e3zj
🔹 Postdoc Researcher – tinyurl.com/46jxavsn
#JobAlert #XR #ResearchJobs #EUfunded #UCC
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To ensure end-of-life care is the best it can be teams at Marymount Cork & CUH Cork introduced a care planning form, checklist & staff training to improve how dying patients and families are supported.
Read full paper here 📰 www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/32...
Read full paper here 📰 www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/32...
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July 30, 2025 at 2:24 PM
To ensure end-of-life care is the best it can be teams at Marymount Cork & CUH Cork introduced a care planning form, checklist & staff training to improve how dying patients and families are supported.
Read full paper here 📰 www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/32...
Read full paper here 📰 www.mdpi.com/1718-7729/32...
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Delighted to see the LIAM Mc Study Protocol gaining international recognition in @plosone.org. A huge testament to the incredible impact this investigator-initiated study is having on patient care.
Read the full paper: tinyurl.com/3xey2m8n
Read the full paper: tinyurl.com/3xey2m8n
April 7, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Delighted to see the LIAM Mc Study Protocol gaining international recognition in @plosone.org. A huge testament to the incredible impact this investigator-initiated study is having on patient care.
Read the full paper: tinyurl.com/3xey2m8n
Read the full paper: tinyurl.com/3xey2m8n
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The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre is seeking a passionate and strategic Programme Manager (Senior Research Coordinator) to help drive transformative change in cancer care and research across the South West region.
Learn more tinyurl.com/3d527muc
Learn more tinyurl.com/3d527muc
April 14, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre is seeking a passionate and strategic Programme Manager (Senior Research Coordinator) to help drive transformative change in cancer care and research across the South West region.
Learn more tinyurl.com/3d527muc
Learn more tinyurl.com/3d527muc
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The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre team is looking for a dynamic Programme Manager to drive the Centre’s development, implement key policies, and engage with stakeholders & funders.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now! tinyurl.com/3d527muc
Ready to make an impact? Apply now! tinyurl.com/3d527muc
March 19, 2025 at 4:33 PM
The CUH/UCC Cancer Centre team is looking for a dynamic Programme Manager to drive the Centre’s development, implement key policies, and engage with stakeholders & funders.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now! tinyurl.com/3d527muc
Ready to make an impact? Apply now! tinyurl.com/3d527muc
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Exceptional Opportunity! In a joint role between UCC and CUH this Professor in Cancer Clinical Trials role offers a chance to drive research, expand clinical trials and improve patient outcomes worldwide.
Apply today to play a key role in building an OECI Centre of Excellence. tinyurl.com/mr57t6yz
Apply today to play a key role in building an OECI Centre of Excellence. tinyurl.com/mr57t6yz
March 21, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Exceptional Opportunity! In a joint role between UCC and CUH this Professor in Cancer Clinical Trials role offers a chance to drive research, expand clinical trials and improve patient outcomes worldwide.
Apply today to play a key role in building an OECI Centre of Excellence. tinyurl.com/mr57t6yz
Apply today to play a key role in building an OECI Centre of Excellence. tinyurl.com/mr57t6yz
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📣 have you been diagnosed with cancer, and are experiencing menopausal symptoms as a result of your treatment?
we’re looking to hear from you!
please consider completing our survey if you are eligible, it will only take 15 minutes of your time!
tinyurl.com/menocancersu...
we’re looking to hear from you!
please consider completing our survey if you are eligible, it will only take 15 minutes of your time!
tinyurl.com/menocancersu...
March 24, 2025 at 3:18 PM
📣 have you been diagnosed with cancer, and are experiencing menopausal symptoms as a result of your treatment?
we’re looking to hear from you!
please consider completing our survey if you are eligible, it will only take 15 minutes of your time!
tinyurl.com/menocancersu...
we’re looking to hear from you!
please consider completing our survey if you are eligible, it will only take 15 minutes of your time!
tinyurl.com/menocancersu...
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💛 Exciting news this #DaffodilDay! The #LiamMcTrial research team at UCC & CUH in collaboration with Irish Cancer Society & Pfizer are launching their “Your Living Well Toolkit” to support the long term well-being of men who have completed their 12-week LIAM Mc program. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
March 28, 2025 at 9:23 AM
💛 Exciting news this #DaffodilDay! The #LiamMcTrial research team at UCC & CUH in collaboration with Irish Cancer Society & Pfizer are launching their “Your Living Well Toolkit” to support the long term well-being of men who have completed their 12-week LIAM Mc program. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
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Cancer Research @UCC went 'all in against cancer' on #DaffodilDay in support of Irish Cancer Society. You can support our fundraising efforts by donating at the link below: fundraise.cancer.ie/fundraisers/...
March 28, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Cancer Research @UCC went 'all in against cancer' on #DaffodilDay in support of Irish Cancer Society. You can support our fundraising efforts by donating at the link below: fundraise.cancer.ie/fundraisers/...
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The Menopause, Diet & Cancer booklet was developed from the LYSA Trial by CORU-registered dietitian at UCC & School of Food and Nutritional Sciences supported by
The Irish Cancer Society and offers evidence-based guidance for women navigating menopause after cancer. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
The Irish Cancer Society and offers evidence-based guidance for women navigating menopause after cancer. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
April 1, 2025 at 12:30 PM
The Menopause, Diet & Cancer booklet was developed from the LYSA Trial by CORU-registered dietitian at UCC & School of Food and Nutritional Sciences supported by
The Irish Cancer Society and offers evidence-based guidance for women navigating menopause after cancer. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
The Irish Cancer Society and offers evidence-based guidance for women navigating menopause after cancer. @katiejohnston3.bsky.social
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Ireland’s health system faces challenges, but university research is driving breakthroughs. The Women’s Cancer Survivorship programme, led by @ucc.ie researchers, offers first-of-their-kind clinics to support survivors post-treatment. Learn more: 🔗 www.iua.ie/betterirelan...
April 2, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Ireland’s health system faces challenges, but university research is driving breakthroughs. The Women’s Cancer Survivorship programme, led by @ucc.ie researchers, offers first-of-their-kind clinics to support survivors post-treatment. Learn more: 🔗 www.iua.ie/betterirelan...
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Our #LYSA cancer survivorship study was chosen by @IUAofficial to profile exemplars of research from @UCC showcasing how university research drives breakthroughs that improve lives. #BetterIreland
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEoZ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEoZ...
Supporting Cancer Survivors - UCC, Research for a Better Ireland
YouTube video by Irish Universities Association
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April 3, 2025 at 10:09 AM
Our #LYSA cancer survivorship study was chosen by @IUAofficial to profile exemplars of research from @UCC showcasing how university research drives breakthroughs that improve lives. #BetterIreland
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEoZ...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEoZ...
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The Keane lab is hiring! Join our team at
@apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social
on an exciting new project trying to understand how the gut-brain axis shapes the tumour microenvironment of Diffuse Midline Glioma #cryanlab #DMG #DIPG
Apply here using using Job Id 085551
ucc.ie/en/hr/vacanc...
@apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social
on an exciting new project trying to understand how the gut-brain axis shapes the tumour microenvironment of Diffuse Midline Glioma #cryanlab #DMG #DIPG
Apply here using using Job Id 085551
ucc.ie/en/hr/vacanc...
April 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM
The Keane lab is hiring! Join our team at
@apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social
on an exciting new project trying to understand how the gut-brain axis shapes the tumour microenvironment of Diffuse Midline Glioma #cryanlab #DMG #DIPG
Apply here using using Job Id 085551
ucc.ie/en/hr/vacanc...
@apcmicrobiomeirel.bsky.social
on an exciting new project trying to understand how the gut-brain axis shapes the tumour microenvironment of Diffuse Midline Glioma #cryanlab #DMG #DIPG
Apply here using using Job Id 085551
ucc.ie/en/hr/vacanc...