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The LDCRC is a cancer research centre that was established in 2021 with an aim to bring cutting edge AI and technology to cancer research. The LDCRC is lead by Prof Aedin Culhane (UL) and Prof Ruth Clifford (UHL)
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The LDCRC is incredibly proud of his achievement and wishes him every success in the next stage of his career!
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His research focused on the development of radiation dosimeters for monitoring patient doses during radiotherapy for cancer treatment, a vital step toward improving patient safety and treatment accuracy.
🎓 Congratulations to Dr. Peter Woulfe!
In October 2025, Peter successfully defended his PhD under the supervision of LDCRC Principal Investigators Dr. Sinead O'Keeffe and Dr. Elfed Lewis.
In October 2025, Peter successfully defended his PhD under the supervision of LDCRC Principal Investigators Dr. Sinead O'Keeffe and Dr. Elfed Lewis.
The LDCRC is delighted to support this important initiative and applauds the group’s commitment to ensuring that patient voices remain at the heart of research and innovation.
The PPI Limerick Cancer Research has recently published its inaugural newsletter, showcasing the group’s activities and the vital role of patients and the public in shaping cancer research.
This report reinforces a powerful message: cancer knows no borders. The report calls for collaborative action to shape the future of research on the Island of Ireland and deliver better outcomes for all those affected by cancer.
Read the full report: lnkd.in/d3wKUAp5
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Read the full report: lnkd.in/d3wKUAp5
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The LDCRC is delighted to congratulate the All-Island Cancer Research Institute (AICRI) on launching the All-Island Cancer Research Landscape Report this week.
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We have a packed agenda with speakers from across UL and UHL and if you have any questions, please reach out to us at [email protected].
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🎄 Final Limerick Cancer Research Meeting of the Year 🎄
We’re looking forward to hosting our final Limerick Cancer Research Meeting of the year tomorrow at University Hospital Limerick (UHL) from 2.30pm.
We’re looking forward to hosting our final Limerick Cancer Research Meeting of the year tomorrow at University Hospital Limerick (UHL) from 2.30pm.
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Resilience in Pathology: Dr. Máire Lavelle | HTS Labs
We’re excited to share that 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟮 of the 𝗛𝗧𝗦 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 is out now — and it’s one you won’t want to miss!🎙️
In this episode, Patrick Clarke was joined by Dr. Máire Lavelle for an inspiring conv...
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Thank you to HTS Labs for highlighting such thoughtful and forward-looking discussions. Watch the full video: www.linkedin.com/posts/hts-la...
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Máire speaks about the importance of resilience in medicine and pathology, reflecting on the moments that shaped her career. We especially loved her follow-up post sharing the childhood book that first sparked her interest in science, a reminder that curiosity can begin in the most unexpected places
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We’re delighted to share Episode 2 of the HTS Labs Podcast, featuring an inspiring conversation between Patrick Clarke and Dr. Máire Lavelle, Lead Breast Histopathologist at UHL.
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Importance of PPI
YouTube video by RapidInnovationUnitUL
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It offers a great look at how researchers work together across teams to support patient-centred research and innovation.
Full video: youtu.be/TBSGnUEi-cA?...
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Full video: youtu.be/TBSGnUEi-cA?...
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A very insightful and engaging video created by members of the PPI Limerick Cancer Research group in collaboration with the Rapid Innovation Unit and LDCRC PI Professor Leonard O'Sullivan👏
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🎄The LDCRC is excited to share our Winter 2025 Newsletter!
Explore the latest updates, research highlights, and upcoming events.
👉Check it out here: lnkd.in/eNHiY4ti
Wishing everyone a happy Christmas, and thank you for your continued support throughout the year. 🌟
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Explore the latest updates, research highlights, and upcoming events.
👉Check it out here: lnkd.in/eNHiY4ti
Wishing everyone a happy Christmas, and thank you for your continued support throughout the year. 🌟
#LDCRC #UL #CancerResearch
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With equity in cancer care at the heart of the work, this initiative reflects a broader commitment, from LCT, UL, and the LDCRC, to ensure all patients have access to the highest standard of care and clinical research opportunities.
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#UL #CancerResearch #LDCRC
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Led by Dr Niamh Peters, Dr Patrick O’Donnell, and LDCRC PI Professor Rose Galvin, this project will help uncover the challenges faced by this often-overlooked group and shape more inclusive, patient-informed care pathways.
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🌟 Proud to see this major milestone for cancer equity in the Mid-West.
Limerick Cancer Trials at UHL were the sole Irish recipient of the prestigious Movember funding, which allows research into improving prostate cancer care for older men living in rural communities.
Limerick Cancer Trials at UHL were the sole Irish recipient of the prestigious Movember funding, which allows research into improving prostate cancer care for older men living in rural communities.
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✨ Job Opportunity ✨
LDCRC PI Andreas Grabrucker is hiring a Research Assistant!
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in biological sciences or laboratory research to join a dynamic team. If interested, send application to [email protected]
#ldcrc #ul #cancerresearch
LDCRC PI Andreas Grabrucker is hiring a Research Assistant!
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in biological sciences or laboratory research to join a dynamic team. If interested, send application to [email protected]
#ldcrc #ul #cancerresearch
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🕰️ 2.30–5.00pm
📍 Room 4–5, Ground Floor, CERC Building
✨ Refreshments and food will follow in The Unicorn.
If you have any questions, please get in touch at [email protected].
Register here: lnkd.in/eeiTBiz3
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📍 Room 4–5, Ground Floor, CERC Building
✨ Refreshments and food will follow in The Unicorn.
If you have any questions, please get in touch at [email protected].
Register here: lnkd.in/eeiTBiz3
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🎄 Reminder! 🎄
We’re just 2 weeks away from the Final Limerick Cancer Research Meeting taking place on Wednesday, 10th December 2025. We’re looking forward to bringing everyone together as we wrap up another year of impactful research. Full agenda to follow.
We’re just 2 weeks away from the Final Limerick Cancer Research Meeting taking place on Wednesday, 10th December 2025. We’re looking forward to bringing everyone together as we wrap up another year of impactful research. Full agenda to follow.
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EmmaJude also spoke about her research on Newstalk Breakfast last week, a great opportunity to highlight the importance of clear, accessible communication in cancer care.
👉 Listen back to the interview: lnkd.in/eCUFFuam
#UL #CancerResearch #LDCRC
👉 Listen back to the interview: lnkd.in/eCUFFuam
#UL #CancerResearch #LDCRC
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🎉Well done to Three Minute Thesis (3MT) winner EmmaJude Lyons!
The LDCRC is delighted to celebrate EmmaJude’s fantastic achievement in the 3MT competition. Her work on designing personalised breast cancer risk communication tools is an inspiring example of impactful, patient-centred research at UL.
The LDCRC is delighted to celebrate EmmaJude’s fantastic achievement in the 3MT competition. Her work on designing personalised breast cancer risk communication tools is an inspiring example of impactful, patient-centred research at UL.
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60 Seconds of Design - 3D printing and cancer diagnosis, Professor Leonard O'Sullivan | Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Limerick
WATCH: 60 Seconds of Design - 3D printing and cancer diagnosis
In this edition of our 60 seconds video series: Professor Leonard O'Sullivan from the School of Architecture and Product Design and Dir...
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A strong example of how design, research, and clinical care can come together to better support patients.
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This project, developed by the Rapid Innovation Unit in collaboration with LDCRC Clinical Director Professor Ruth Clifford and the LDCRC team, uses 3D-printed cancer models to help patients better understand their diagnosis and treatment options.
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Great to see LDCRC PI Professor Leonard O'Sullivan featured in UL’s latest 60 Seconds of Design video. Great to see LDCRC PI Professor Leonard O'Sullivan featured in UL’s latest 60 Seconds of Design video.
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· Nov 18
Full article can be read here ▶️https://theconversation.com/how-patients-are-helping-cancer-researchers-to-ask-better-questions-and-find-better-answers-260640
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· Nov 18
In a recent article with The Conversation, Dr @dr-jamesbrown.bsky.social , member of the LDCRC leadership team, shares how patient voices challenge researchers to think differently and ensure real-world impact through PPI Limerick Cancer Research.
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· Nov 18
Patients are at the heart of research. They connect healthcare staff and scientists, clinical practice and community understanding, hard data and human meaning. Behind every dataset is a life, a family, a story.