Research Newsletter - Issue 110: Information and Updates
President's Awards for Research 2026
Nominations for the President's Awards for Research 2026 are now open! The award categories are as follows:
- The President's Research Award for Early Career Staff.
- The President's Research Award for Academic Staff.
- The President's Research Award for Impact.
The closing date for nominations is Thursday 26th February 2026 at 5pm. The Awards Ceremony will take place on Thursday 30th April 2026 in The Helix.
Please click here to nominate.
For all queries in relation to nominations, please email Kieran O’Dwyer.
Please click on the headings below for further details:
In February, DCU Research Development & Support will launch the 2026 Grant Writing Workshop Series. This series, comprising 9 modules, is suitable for DCU researchers of all disciplines (post-PhD) who are seeking to improve their grant writing skills and increase their competitiveness in research funding. Each workshop module will be delivered online, and will focus on key sections of a typical grant application. Details of the first four workshops are included below.
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Workshop 1: Abstract Writing for Grant Proposals
Date: 05 February 2026 Time: 11:00-12:00
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Workshop 2: Writing the Background & State of the Art for Funding Applications (Why should your research be funded?)
Date: 09 February 2026 Time: 11:00-13:00
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Workshop 3: How to Articulate Your Methodological Approach and a Well-Designed Work Plan, including Risk Management (AHSS/STEM)
Date: 19 February 2026 Time: 11:00-13:00
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Workshop 4: Writing the Ethics Statement in Research Grant Applications
Date: 23 February 2026 Time: 11:00-12:00
On Tuesday 13th – Wednesday 14th January, DCU hosted its first cross-university international research collaboration forum, involving researchers and research officers from DCU and from partner institutions, including many of our ECIU partners.
This event explored ways to enhance the competitiveness of our research funding applications, while deepening research collaborations with colleagues in the ECIU alliance and other key strategic partners.
Inspired by and funded through DCU’s Quality Improvement and Development Funding (QuID) 2025 call, Fostering Global Engagement, the event was organised and delivered with the support of the Research Development and Support (RDS) team. It saw strong engagement from over 50 academic staff from across all our Faculties and over 20 of our research centres.
Left to right is: Sandra Ntofon (RPA), Fiona Brennan (Director of Research Support) and Irene Ryan (RPA).
Sandra Ntofon and Irene Ryan completed their Masters in Business Administration (MBA), balancing full-time work and studies with impressive commitment. Deepening their skills that already strengthen our team’s innovation.
Marisa Traynor graduated with a BSc in Tourism and Digital Marketing from TUD, your hard work and perseverance remind us that learning never stops.
Their dedication to advancing their education while maintaining professional excellence is a testament to their perseverance, commitment, and passion for growth.
We extend our warmest congratulations to our graduates Sandra, Irene and Marisa, their achievements inspire all of us to pursue excellence and embrace lifelong learning.