Research & Impact in the News

Tue 24 May 2022

New heart disease research could reduce hospital waiting times by 100,000 hours per year
Wed 18 May 2022

£50 million data innovation hub for manufacturers to accelerate digital tech
Thu 12 May 2022

Ulster University recognised for its research with impact
Thu 27 Jan 2022

Carers sought to participate in Ulster University digital technology research project 
Mon 10 Jan 2022

Ulster University leads on healthy ageing testbed in NI
Fri 07 Jan 2022

Dr Priyank Shukla selected as an Honorary Fellow of the Institute of Advanced Studies at the University of Bologna

Ulster University launches its new Sustainability website

Ulster University Researcher wins 2021 Global Food Security Policy Lab Award

Annual Sustainability Report 2019-20 now published

Ulster University academics receive prestigious Leonard E. Gibbs Award

Dr Elena Mancuso secures prestigious AMS Springboard Award

Ulster University’s School of Nursing now ranked Number One on island of Ireland

International Learning Technology Award Success for Lecturer Richard Beggs

Ulster University team shaping how the museum sector will emerge from Covid-19
Fri 18 Dec 2020

PhD researcher graduates with an accolade of achievements including an interview with Sir David Attenborough

Richard Beggs shortlisted for International Learning Technology Award
Mon 14 Dec 2020

Ulster University and Avellino win US-Ireland Research Innovation Award

Distinguished Research Awards winners for 2020
Wed 09 Dec 2020

Health, Equality and the Economy

Ulster University and Belfast City Council join forces to tackle the climate change emergency

Professor Tara Moore named ‘Outstanding Research Supervisor of the Year’
Fri 27 Nov 2020

Ulster University AI Expert Helps People to Communicate Following Brain Injuries as part of £20m UK Government Investment in AI
Thu 26 Nov 2020

Women’s Vision in Transition: Photobook illustrates how much can be achieved when women come together to address cross-community social issues

Ulster Research company SonoTarg named regional winner at InterTradeIreland contest
Fri 20 Nov 2020

Survey shows Covid-19 restrictions could have long-term impact on children’s play and development

Geography and Environmental Sciences Research boost with arrival of Inshore Survey Vessel
Mon 09 Nov 2020

Ulster University play key role in new European NorthWord project

Dr Barbara Skinner appointed as a Board member to the BERA Council

ESRC Festival of Social Science – 7-15 November
Mon 19 Oct 2020

First ever survey of the mental health of children and young people in Northern Ireland supports the need for prevention and early intervention
Thu 15 Oct 2020

Research advises of management strengths and areas for improvement to support wellbeing of Health and Social Care UK workforce during COVID-19
Fri 09 Oct 2020

Ulster University staff and students take home the top prizes at Invent 2020
Fri 09 Oct 2020

Student mental health study receives funding boost on COVID-19 impact
Tue 29 Sep 2020

Ulster University lecturer awarded over £400,000 for childhood cancer research

Chris Shannon awarded the NEEA ‘Rising Star in Enterprise Education’ Award 2020
Thu 06 Aug 2020

Ulster University’s Dr Mark Matthews to present knee pain research at international webinar
Wed 05 Aug 2020

Pathways to recovery for the Northern Ireland economy from COVID-19
Sat 01 Aug 2020

Ulster University researchers part of advisory group on StopCOVID NI app
Fri 31 Jul 2020

International student juggles parenthood to graduate with a PhD
Thu 30 Jul 2020

Key ‘Troubles’ Documents now available online through National Archives of Ireland partnership with CAIN

Ulster University’s CCRG raises over £1500 for Cancer Focus NI

Ulster colleagues ‘Clocking the Kms’ for Cancer Focus NI
Thu 16 Jul 2020

Ulster University professor receives prestigious Nursing Fellowship
Thu 09 Jul 2020

Parents in NI find supporting children’s learning and well-being from home difficult, new report finds
Tue 07 Jul 2020

Ulster Researchers support the response to COVID-19
Tue 07 Jul 2020

Researchers develop new Mental Health App to support people during COVID-19 and beyond
Tue 30 Jun 2020

Universal credit should be designed with the people who use it, new report says
Fri 26 Jun 2020

Multi-disciplinary team of Ulster experts help secure £33m grant to build zero emission ferries
Thu 25 Jun 2020

UNESCO sites lead the way on sustainable development and create value for communities across the UK
Wed 24 Jun 2020

Professor Siobhan O'Neill appointed Interim Mental Health Champion for Northern Ireland
Wed 24 Jun 2020

Ulster University academics and students feature in the first ever Virtual Learning Festival

Employability launch UnLockU to support graduates of 2020
Thu 18 Jun 2020

Ulster University launches new study exploring COVID-19 exposure and immunity in NI
Wed 17 Jun 2020

Green light for project investigating cross-border museum activity in Ireland
Tue 09 Jun 2020

Ulster University Covid-19 tracker compares NI and ROI data on coronavirus testing, positive cases and deaths

3MT® Success for PhD Researchers
Fri 29 May 2020

Ulster University research highlights impact of COVID-19 on NI Housing Market
Mon 25 May 2020

Ulster University develop COVID-19 symptom checker, diagnostic and contact tracker app
Mon 18 May 2020

Local Universities and AWARE tackle mental health in the workplace
Thu 14 May 2020

Ulster University a key partner in new European mental health “IT4Anxiety” project
Wed 13 May 2020

Your beach is changing: Scientists study coastal erosion at Murlough Beach
Fri 01 May 2020

Ulster University playing its part in reducing food wastage across Europe in €4.8m project
Tue 21 Apr 2020

Ulster Professors join Government led UK Rapid Test Consortium
Tue 14 Apr 2020

Newly established consortium to test up to 1,000 samples a day in fight against COVID-19
Tue 31 Mar 2020

Depression and anxiety spiked after lockdown announcement, coronavirus mental health study shows
Wed 25 Mar 2020

Psychologists study mental health and social impacts of COVID-19
Wed 11 Mar 2020

Changing the lives of people living with dementia with new memory supporting app
Tue 10 Mar 2020

Ulster University to transform certification standards for dementia products across North-West Europe
Mon 24 Feb 2020

Ulster University research indicates a continuation of improving market pricing
Mon 17 Feb 2020

Ulster University harness power of mass spectrometry imaging for research into degenerative diseases
Wed 22 Jan 2020

Ulster University to play leading role in new research into smart and healthy ageing
Wed 22 Jan 2020

Ulster University takes the lead on hydrogen safety training for first responders in Europe
Mon 20 Jan 2020

Ulster University and Dell Technologies join forces to foster innovation as part of Belfast City Deal
Fri 17 Jan 2020

Princess Anne opens Ulster University’s new Spatial Computing and Neurotechnology Innovation Hub
Sat 28 Dec 2019

Ulster University Professors recognised in New Year’s Honours List 2020
Wed 18 Dec 2019

Ulster student beats off worldwide competition to win Cyber Security Scholarship Prize

Appointments to AHRC Peer Review College
Tue 17 Dec 2019

Hockey star graduates with Masters in Biomedical Engineering
Tue 10 Dec 2019

College of Optometrists Life Fellowship for Ulster’s Professor Kathryn Saunders
Tue 12 Nov 2019

Ulster University research indicates optimistic housing market in NI
Wed 06 Nov 2019

Ulster University researchers explore the potential of electric vehicles
Mon 04 Nov 2019

Ulster University researchers secure grant to investigate innovative Microbubble technology as prostate cancer treatment
Thu 31 Oct 2019

Cheap and simple eye test for early detection of heart conditions
Thu 24 Oct 2019

Ulster University contribute to collaborative digital heritage project
Thu 17 Oct 2019

Further funding secured to explore the commercialisation of SAFEWATER technologies
Wed 16 Oct 2019

Ulster University hosts cross-sector intelligent innovation workshops
Thu 10 Oct 2019

Ulster University leads on international consensus statement on mental health in sport
Tue 01 Oct 2019

First event for NI's new public policy think tank
Wed 18 Sep 2019

Senior Government Minister tours Coleraine Campus to meet with students and staff
Wed 18 Sep 2019

Clinical Translational Research and Innovation Centre (C-TRIC) at Altnagelvin Hospital Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Mon 09 Sep 2019

Better public understanding of palliative care required to improve care for end of life patients
Mon 09 Sep 2019

Ulster researcher leads expert group to determine new national physical activity guidelines for adults
Thu 05 Sep 2019

Ulster University brings leading conference in human-computer interaction to Belfast
Mon 02 Sep 2019

Ulster University research indicates subdued housing market in NI
Fri 23 Aug 2019

Ulster University awarded UK Space Agency funding to explore Mars Rover route
Mon 19 Aug 2019

Ulster University leads European consortium to develop innovative digital learning platform
Wed 14 Aug 2019

Research shows disparities in children’s visual health between Northern Ireland and the Republic
Wed 07 Aug 2019

Ulster University Professor named number 1 insulin researcher in the UK
Tue 30 Jul 2019

Ulster's Doctoral College secures top 10 position in PhD rankings
Mon 22 Jul 2019

Ulster University Researchers develop neural computational model of decision uncertainty and change-of-mind
Tue 09 Jul 2019

Elaine celebrates graduating with PhD from Ulster University
Mon 08 Jul 2019

All for the love of Irish
Wed 03 Jul 2019

Ulster University PhD student fights for social justice
Wed 03 Jul 2019

The Power of the PhD at Ulster
Tue 02 Jul 2019

Ulster University’s School of Education recognised as excellent by industry inspectors
Wed 26 Jun 2019

Northern Ireland housing market remains robust amid Brexit uncertainty
Wed 26 Jun 2019

Ulster University Researchers seek short-sighted children for international clinical study
Fri 21 Jun 2019

Ulster University opens state-of-the-art facility dedicated to nutrition and cardiovascular disease
Wed 19 Jun 2019

Former US President Bill Clinton announces transatlantic peace scholarships
Fri 14 Jun 2019

ARK report finds that majority of people in Northern Ireland not prejudiced towards transgender people
Thu 13 Jun 2019

Ulster University research providing dramatic solutions to health care problems
Thu 06 Jun 2019

Improving mathematical achievement in primary school-aged children
Mon 03 Jun 2019

New framework to improve integration support
Fri 31 May 2019

Oluwashina Akinsanmi named winner of Ulster University's 3MT® Final
Thu 23 May 2019

New resources developed to improve educational support for children born preterm
Thu 16 May 2019

Professor James McLaughlin of Ulster University named among Nation’s Lifesavers
Tue 14 May 2019

Civic conference calls for sustained action to address sectarianism in Northern Ireland
Fri 10 May 2019

Ulster University spin-out company axial3D one step closer to $1,000,000 win
Thu 09 May 2019

Ulster University celebrates excellence in research and business
Wed 01 May 2019

Belfast office market continues to outpace UK and European counterparts despite Brexit uncertainty
Mon 15 Apr 2019

Ulster University pioneering research into chatbot technology to support people living with mental ill health
Wed 10 Apr 2019

National Museums NI and local universities unite for research collaborations
Mon 01 Apr 2019

€8.84m investment in health research trials to benefit people’s health and wellbeing
Fri 22 Mar 2019

Ulster University tackles global water challenge with easy-to-use smart devices
Tue 12 Mar 2019

New campaign celebrates Top 50 local SMEs and calls for more Government support for traditional NI industries
Mon 25 Feb 2019

World’s largest study of anxiety and depression seeks to understand the genetic links to mental health issues
Wed 20 Feb 2019

Science Shop celebrates 30 Years at Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University
Thu 07 Feb 2019

Northern Ireland housing market remains resilient despite political and economic uncertainty
Wed 30 Jan 2019

2018 Knowledge Economy Report- An additional 80,000 jobs, £3bn GVA and reducing inactivity is the prize at risk
Mon 14 Jan 2019

New Year brings new eyesight in 2019 for rural dwelling people in Peru as Ulster University Professors help provide the gift of sight
Mon 17 Dec 2018

Ulster University research project changing lives in Sub-Sahara Africa
Wed 12 Dec 2018

Top spot at Harvard Medical School for Ulster University PhD graduate
Mon 10 Dec 2018

Research project demonstrates urgent need to revisit the conversation about a Bill of Rights
Tue 04 Dec 2018

Ulster University supporting next generation of entrepreneurs
Tue 04 Dec 2018

New UKAS accredited testing facility set to transform fire safety in construction industry across island of Ireland
Tue 27 Nov 2018

ARK publication highlights how public opinion has changed since Good Friday Agreement
Sun 18 Nov 2018

Ulster University tackles superbugs using research and evidence-based interventions
Tue 06 Nov 2018

Northern Ireland housing market slows but remains sustainable
Fri 02 Nov 2018

Crossborder conference shines spotlight on young peoples’ mental health in a changing world
Thu 25 Oct 2018

'Teacher Education Tutors' Practice in ICT: North and South' study shows attitudes on ICT vary greatly between ages, locations and subjects
Wed 17 Oct 2018

Taking Boys Seriously - addressing underachievement
Wed 17 Oct 2018

Ulster University secures £5 million investment in memory of one of the founding fathers of data analytics
Tue 16 Oct 2018

Northern Ireland’s textile past, present and future: reviving the William Liddell Collection
Fri 12 Oct 2018

Memorable night for Ulster University students, staff and alumni at Invent 2018
Fri 14 Sep 2018

Ulster University research shows right to a fair trial can be in danger if individuals go to court without legal representation
Thu 13 Sep 2018

Study shows how victims of domestic violence benefitted from the peace process in Northern Ireland
Mon 10 Sep 2018

Ulster University Professor calls for action to support those in suicidal pain
Fri 07 Sep 2018

Creative Industries partnership will drive the generation of over £6 billion for the local economy
Thu 06 Sep 2018

Queen's University and Ulster University co-host research excellence showcase event
Wed 08 Aug 2018

Northern Ireland housing market continues to perform strongly
Wed 25 Jul 2018

Chancellor of the Exchequer visits Ulster University Magee Campus
Thu 05 Jul 2018

Ulster Engineering Graduates receive Global Design Awards
Tue 26 Jun 2018

Ulster University research project to explore why boys underperform in education
Fri 22 Jun 2018

Launch of the INTERREG VA collaborative action for the Natural Network Project (CANN)
Fri 22 Jun 2018

Ulster University study reveals differing views on Veterans’ Centre in Northern Ireland
Thu 21 Jun 2018

Celebrating International Women in Engineering Day 2018
Wed 20 Jun 2018

Study finds Domestic Abuse Support Workers increase support for victims
Wed 13 Jun 2018

Ulster University study shows majority of people in NI respect the Armed Forces
Tue 12 Jun 2018

HRH The Prince of Wales joins Ulster University to celebrate 50 years of the Coleraine Campus
Wed 30 May 2018

Ulster University and Randox to invest £5m in a new Industrial PhD Academy
Thu 17 May 2018

Post primary schools in Northern Ireland urged to complete health and wellbeing survey
Wed 09 May 2018

Northern Ireland Housing Market Maintains Steady Growth in Prices
Wed 09 May 2018

Ulster University led Internet of Things Network empowers SMEs to drive innovation
Fri 04 May 2018

Innovative partnerships recognised at Ulster University’s Impact Excellence Awards
Thu 03 May 2018

Ulster University law students present to five UK Supreme Court justices
Tue 01 May 2018

£190k investment in skin cancer research for Ulster University from leading business man (in memory of son)
Fri 30 Mar 2018

Ulster University hosts prestigious brain mapping conference at Magee
Wed 21 Mar 2018

Ulster University showcases world-class research and innovation on international stage
Thu 22 Feb 2018

£50m Randox Centres of Excellence launched in Northern Ireland
Fri 16 Feb 2018

Innovative app launched to record rhythm and activity of the heart
Wed 07 Feb 2018

Ulster University launches research centre to address the global challenge of safe drinking water
Thu 01 Feb 2018

Public attitudes towards government data sharing revealed ahead of GDPR
Mon 22 Jan 2018

Ulster University leads on €8.2M cross border collaborative research centre to improve cardiovascular care
Thu 18 Jan 2018

2017 Knowledge Economy Report - Almost half a million jobs at risk from automation in next 10 years

Celebrating excellence in Irish research and innovation

‘We make existing drugs better,’ says Sisaf founder Saffie-Siebert

Ulster University in project to provide clean water in underdeveloped areas

Making sense of what you eat and drink from your senses

Live long and prosper: Trekkie-type device gives medical diagnosis

McNuggets and the lesson for agri-food businesses in Northern Ireland

A market-led response to fire-safety needs

Ulster University bio-lab research helps break new ground

Arts with impact making their presence felt at Ulster University

Ireland-UK joint venture at cutting edge of fire safety research

Accelerated development for healthcare technology

An immersive tour of the virtual machine

How Jenny Gregg got her equestrian health product up and running

Ulster University’s data expertise consolidated in one centre

Ensuring the cure is nowhere near as bad as the disease

Recognising excellence in innovation