News from the Psychology Research Institute
Read the latest news from the Psychology Research Institute at Ulster University.
Ulster University leads on international consensus statement on mental health in sport
Ulster University leads on international consensus statement on mental health in sport
10 October 2019
Ulster graduate already making a difference to stroke survivors in NI
Ulster graduate already making a difference to stroke survivors in NI
1 July 2019
Improving mathematical achievement in primary school-aged children
Improving mathematical achievement in primary school-aged children
6 June 2019
New resources developed to improve educational support for children born preterm
A new e-learning resource informs teachers how to support the learning and development of their pupils who were born preterm.
23 May 2019
Research finds that childhood adversity and trauma in Northern Ireland has lasting impact on mental health
30 April 2019
€8.84m investment in health research trials to benefit people’s health and wellbeing
€8.8m investment in health research trials to benefit people’s health and wellbeing
1 April 2019
World’s largest study of anxiety and depression seeks to understand the genetic links to mental health issues
25 February 2019
Abu Dhabi emergency services visit Ulster University
A senior delegation from the Abu Dhabi emergency services recently visited Ulster University to discuss co-operation in the areas of emergency trauma, working in emergency settings, major incident and search and rescue.
14 November 2018
Ulster University joins with Sport NI and the PHA in commitment to Wellbeing in Sport
Ulster University joins with Sport NI and the PHA in commitment to Wellbeing in Sport
16 October 2018
Ulster University helps primary school pupils to understand their emotions and build resilience on World Mental Health Day
10 October 2018
Ulster University Professor calls for action to support those in suicidal pain
Ulster University Professor calls for action to support those in suicidal pain
10 September 2018
Professor Melanie Giles named a 2018 National Teaching Fellow
Professor Melanie Giles, Head of School of Psychology at Ulster University, has been named as a 2018 National Teaching Fellow.
30 August 2018
Ulster University study reveals differing views on Veterans’ Centre in Northern Ireland
Ulster University study reveals differing views on Veterans’ Centre in Northern Ireland
22 June 2018
Study finds Domestic Abuse Support Workers increase support for victims
Study finds Domestic Abuse Support Workers increase support for victims
20 June 2018
Ulster University study shows majority of people in NI respect the Armed Forces
Ulster University study shows majority of people in NI respect the Armed Forces
13 June 2018
HRH The Prince of Wales joins Ulster University to celebrate 50 years of the Coleraine Campus
HRH The Prince of Wales joins Ulster University to celebrate 50 years of the Coleraine Campus
14 June 2018
Ulster University hosts Three Minute Thesis competition
Ulster University hosts Three Minute Thesis competition
8 June 2018
Post primary schools in Northern Ireland urged to complete health and wellbeing survey
Post primary schools in County Antrim urged to complete health and wellbeing survey
17 May 2018
Research finds high levels of mental ill health in the creative industries in NI
Research finds high levels of mental ill health in the creative industries in NI
23 March 2018
Ulster University celebrates University Mental Health Day
Ulster University celebrates University Mental Health Day
1 March 2018
Ulster University student wellbeing study highlights prevalence of mental health issues among young people
1 February 2018
Ulster University Research Calls for Increased Support for NI Veterans
Ulster University Research Calls for Increased Support for NI Veterans
6 December 2017
Ulster University Announces Funding Boost for New Veterans Research Project
Ulster University Announces Funding Boost for New Veterans Research Project
27 November 2017
Ulster University drives forward its world leading mental health research with launch of new £5m multidisciplinary institute
16 November 2017
US student swaps Pennsylvania for Derry~Londonderry following graduation from Ulster University
Ulster University graduate, Amanda Spikol
11 July 2017
Ulster University research calls for better support for Northern Ireland veterans
Dr Cherie Armour Northern Ireland Veterans Health and Wellbeing Study
23 June 2017
Ulster University research reveals folic acid enhances children’s psychological development
Ulster University scientists have discovered taking folic acid supplements throughout pregnancy enhances psychological development in children.
5 May 2017
Ulster University, in partnership with CBI, IoD, Northern Ireland Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Queen's University, has published an open letter seeking clarity from the Prime Minister on how Northern Ireland will be represented in the
29 March 2017
Ulster University rolls out pioneering sport-based mental health programme
Ulster University rolls out pioneering sport-based mental health programme
23 March 2017
Ulster University wins landmark €23 million of EU cross-border funding for research and innovation
Ulster University has won €23 million of highly competitive European funding via the EU’s INTERREG VA programme
5 January 2017
Ulster University seeks GMC accreditation for Medical School proposal
Ulster University has taken another step forward in its commitment to developing a medical school in the North West, by submitting an application for accreditation to the General Medical Council (GMC).
21 December 2016
Ulster University researchers support drive for respectful relationships
Ulster University researchers support drive for respectful relationships
25 November 2016
Ulster University secures €1 million for trauma-exposed European populations research
Ulster University Secures €1 Million for Trauma-Exposed European Populations Research
24 May 2016
Ulster University plays key role in US-Ireland gastric bypass research
Ulster University plays key role in US-Ireland gastric bypass research
16 May 2016
Ulster University inspires next generation of female engineers
25 February 2016