Projects
Research Programmes
Research has changed our world. It is the bedrock of improving healthcare systems, treatments and outcomes. Research has enabled society to eradicate diseases and change lives. Medical Research is the search for understanding. Understanding leads to solutions. Solutions lead to cures
Advances in health research have led to so many transformations in healthcare, many of which we now take for granted. We research for the future and generations that follow us in the hope that they will too ‘take for granted’ a transformation to what may once have been a life altering or limiting diagnosis.
To learn more about the types of Research supported by the Research Foundation, please click on your area of interest below.
Presentations
Chan T, De Chaumont C, Jefferies C.J, Ni Gabhann J, Murphy C.C (2012) Investigating the impact of HSK on TLR and IFN signaling in peripheral blood mononuclear cells, RAMI Winter Meeting 2012. Chan T, De Chaumont C, Jefferies C.J, Ni Gabhann J, Murphy...
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Amin M, Ali R, Kennedy S, Timon C. Ear Nose Throat J (2012) Inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor of the nose and paranasal sinuses masquerading as a malignancy, 91 (5): E1-3 Browne B.C, Eustace A.J, Kennedy S, O’Brien N.A, Pedersen K, McDermott M.S.J. Larkin A.S.M,...
Ocular Immunology, Inflammation & Corneal Research
The cornea is the clear window at the front of the eye. It forms a protective layer and has an important function in focusing vision and allowing light enter the eye. Ocular Immunology is the study of how the eyes immunity processes and mechanisms contribute to...
Oncology / Pathology
Collaboration between the Pathology and Oncology services at the Royal Victoria Eye & Ear Hospital and Dublin City University looks at potential prognostic biomarkers in eye cancer. The pathology and ocular oncology units at Royal Victoria Eye & Ear Hospital...
Retinal Disease
The Retina is the thin layer of cells lining the back of the eye. These cells are light sensitive, sensing light as it hits the eye. The retina sends signals via the optic nerve to the brain, resulting in visual images. There are multiple conditions of the retina is...
Genetics Research
Genetics is the study of genes and heredity. As our understanding of genetics and hereditary conditions develops, the potential for preventative treatments is exponentially expanded and catapults us to a new level of perception on how and why conditions are passed on...
Dry Eye Disease and Micro RNA
We are delighted to share this insight into the research being carried out by Dr. Emily Greenan, supported by the Research Foundation. We believe research is the key to creating real change and improvements in peoples lives – by understanding the cause, we can prevent...
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