Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://curamdevices.ie/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [News Archive](https://curamdevices.ie/news-events-archive/) - The content of this page is taken from the index template - [Animators sought for Science on Screen Commissions for 2026!](https://curamdevices.ie/animators-sought-for-science-on-screen-commissions-for-2026/) - Wednesday 5th August 2026: We are delighted to announce a new call-out for Science on Screen animations in conjunction with our partner, Ardán. Animators are being sought to create short one-minute digital animations, to explain research projects being developed at Rinn Medical Devices. The goal is to create animations which can communicate complex ideas in an easy-to-understand - [CÚRAM Researchers Design Implant That Fights Ovarian Cancer From The Inside](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-researchers-design-implant-that-fights-ovarian-cancer-from-the-inside/) - Associate Professor in Biomedical Engineering at University of Galway Dr Eimear Dolan, co-lead on the research - ['Imperfect Days' Receives International Recognition at Prestigious SCINEMA Science Film Festival](https://curamdevices.ie/imperfect-days-receives-international-recognition-at-prestigious-scinema-science-film-festival/) - Irish-produced documentary highlights the transformative impact of clinical trials and patient voices in diabetes research. An Irish documentary exploring the human impact of diabetes research and clinical trials has received international recognition after being selected for the SCINEMA International Science Film Festival 2026 and awarded an Honourable Mention in the Best Short Film category. Imperfect - [Ireland and China Chart a Course for Biotech Collaboration at Galway Summit](https://curamdevices.ie/ireland-and-china-chart-a-course-for-biotech-collaboration-at-galway-summit/) - Image credit - Martina Regan - [Rinn Medical Devices Launched](https://curamdevices.ie/rinn-medical-devices-launched/) - Image credit - Jason Clarke - [Study Shows Timing and Intensity Matters When Exercising](https://curamdevices.ie/study-shows-timing-and-intensity-matters-when-exercising/) - Dr Enda Murphy, Research Associate, CÚRAM – the Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices, University of Galway, conducting an exercise physiology test with student Anna Burns. Photo: Andrew Downes, Xposure - [Researchers Put Cancer Under Pressure to Slow Tumour Growth](https://curamdevices.ie/researchers-put-cancer-under-pressure-to-slow-tumour-growth/) - Image credit - Irish Senthilkumar: prepared as potential journal cover art. The image shows a simulated tumour spheroid growing within extracellular matrix. The matrix is partially hidden to view half of the spheroid, with cells coloured by volume. - [Schoolchildren Create Art from Lab Waste in STEM Sustainability Challenge](https://curamdevices.ie/school-creates-art-from-lab-waste/) - Mural launch with Mayor Mary Howard and teachers and puplis from Clooney N.S. in Co Clare adn artist educator Evelyn Sorohan. - [New Science on Screen Documentary Commission Announced  - STEM as Gaeilge](https://curamdevices.ie/science-on-screen-info-day-2026/) - Science on Screen Info Day - [CÚRAM Team Recreate Human Swallowing in World-First Robotic Model](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-team-recreate-human-swallowing-in-world-first-robotic-model/) - 'Robogullet' animation image - [Coatings that Cloak Devices for Deep Brain Stimulation](https://curamdevices.ie/coatings-that-cloak-devices-for-deep-brain-stimulation/) - Dr Catalina Vallejo-Giraldo, Lead author holds an electrode used for deep brain stimulation. - [Scientists Piecing Together The Puzzle of Nerve Repair](https://curamdevices.ie/scientists-piecing-together-the-puzzle-of-nerve-repair/) - Dr Secil Demir, Lead author in the lab at CÚRAM - [Saor Track: A New Science on Screen Animation – Now Available Online!](https://curamdevices.ie/saor-track-a-new-science-on-screen-animation/) - SAOR TRACK Animation logo - [Successful MedDevDoc Mid-Term Review Highlights Progress in EU-Funded Medical Device Doctoral Training Programme](https://curamdevices.ie/meddevdoc-mid-term-review/) - Prof Abhay Pandit, Founding Director of CÚRAM with MedDevDoc doctoral candidates - [When We Put a Material Into the Body to Help Repair Damaged Tissue, How Do We Stop the Immune System From Attacking it?](https://curamdevices.ie/prof-pandit-ria-blog-post/) - Prof Abhay Pandit, Founding Director of CÚRAM - [Improved Blood Vessels Make Better 'Mini-Brains' In The Lab](https://curamdevices.ie/improved-blood-vessels-make-better-mini-brains-in-the-lab/) - Brain organoid image courtesy of Dr Mihai Lomora - [Human Disc Glycome Mapped for first time by CÚRAM Researchers](https://curamdevices.ie/human-disc-glycome-mapped-for-first-time-by-curam-researchers/) - Imagery from the Premiere of Imperfect Days Photo credit Andrew Downes - [‘Imperfect Days’ Premieres at An Pálás Cinema on December 7th](https://curamdevices.ie/imperfect-days-premiere-galway/) - Imagery from the Premiere of Imperfect Days Photo credit Andrew Downes - [‘Imperfect Days’ – New Science on Screen film to premiere on December 7th](https://curamdevices.ie/imperfect-days-new-science-on-screen-film-to-premiere-on-december-7th/) - Imagery from the Film 'Imperfect Days' featuring Faye Burke - [CÚRAM Receives Award for Pioneering Green Labs in Ireland](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-receives-award-for-pioneering-green-labs-in-ireland/) - Prof Abhay Pandit and Dr Una FitzGerald with the I2SL Award - [CÚRAM Researchers Establish Spine Dissection Protocol for Back Pain Research](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-researchers-establish-spine-dissection-protocol-for-back-pain-research/) - A multidisciplinary team performing spine dissection on human cadavers to harvest disc tissues. - [Getting More from GAGs for Tissue Engineering and Cell-based Therapies](https://curamdevices.ie/getting-more-from-gags-for-tissue-engineering-and-cell-based-therapies/) - Dr Juan Uribe-Gomez in the lab - [CÚRAM Marks World Heart Day with Screening of 'Counter Attack' at CROÍ House](https://curamdevices.ie/counter-attack-screening-for-world-heart-day/) - Images from Counter Attack screening at CROÍ Heart and Stroke Charity, Galway on World Heart Day - [CÚRAM Investigator Wins Prestigious Jean Leray Award at European Society for Biomaterials Conference 2025](https://curamdevices.ie/dr-andrew-daly-receiver-jean-leray-award/) - Dr Andrew Daly receives his award at ESB 2025 - [CÚRAM’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme Helps Students Aim for Research Careers](https://curamdevices.ie/urop-graduates-2025/) - UROP students Aoife O'Dea and Sobeera Adekola - [Best Poster Award for Research to Improve Medical Device Implant Acceptance in the Body](https://curamdevices.ie/best-poster-award-for-research-to-improve-implant-acceptance-by-the-body/) - Doctoral Candidate Amrutha Hariharan - [Green Light for Environmental Sustainability Training for Medtech Industry](https://curamdevices.ie/environmental-sustainability-training-for-medtech-industry/) - Dr Una FitzGerald - [Study Reveals Hidden Nonlinear Effects with Deep Brain Stimulation Electrodes](https://curamdevices.ie/study-reveals-hidden-nonlinear-effects-with-deep-brain-stimulation-electrodes/) - Prof Madeleine Lowery - [Science on Screen’s Ninth Documentary ‘Counter Attack’ Premieres in Dublin](https://curamdevices.ie/counter-attack-premieres-in-dublin/) - Cast and crew of 'Counter Attack gather at the Lighthouse Cinema Dublin for the lauch screening. Photo: Julien Behal - [CÚRAM and B. Braun Collaborate on Simulated Vascular Access Research](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-and-b-braun-collaborate-on-simulated-vascular-access-research/) - Dr Peter Carr, Associate Professor, School of Nursing and Midwifery; Photo: Andrew Downes - [From Molecules to Meaning - Researching new ways to track and treat multiple sclerosis](https://curamdevices.ie/researching-new-ways-to-track-and-treat-multiple-sclerosis/) - University of Galway professors Abhay Pandit, Anne O’Connor and Kieran Conboy have been elected as members of the Royal Irish Academy. Credit - Johnny Bambury Photography. - [Prof Abhay Pandit Elected as Member of Royal Irish Academy](https://curamdevices.ie/prof-abhay-pandit-elected-as-member-of-royal-irish-academy/) - University of Galway professors Abhay Pandit, Anne O’Connor and Kieran Conboy have been elected as members of the Royal Irish Academy. Credit - Johnny Bambury Photography. - [Fizzing foam could help to deliver medicines in the inflamed gut](https://curamdevices.ie/fizzing-foam-could-help-to-deliver-medicines-in-the-inflamed-gut/) - Have you ever mixed vinegar and baking soda? The result is a fizzy foam that effervesces as the acid and base combine and release carbon dioxide gas. As well as being a fun kitchen experiment, combining an acid and base to make a carbon-dioxide-emitting foam could also have potential in medicine, particularly to deliver therapeutic - [Science on Screen Animation Commission Call Out 2025](https://curamdevices.ie/science-on-screen-animation-callout-may-2025/) - May 5th 2025: Together with Ardán, CÚRAM is delighted to announce a new Science on Screen animation commission for 2025! The animator will make an animation based on a research project - ‘Saor Track’ by Professor Padraig Cantillon-Murphy - with a budget of €5,000, a duration of 50-60 seconds & 12 weeks to complete.The animator will be - [Can we turn no NO into a YES for breast cancer treatment?](https://curamdevices.ie/can-we-turn-no-no-into-a-yes-for-breast-cancer-treatment/) - May 15th 2025: CÚRAM researchers have developed a way to more effectively target nitric oxide, or NO, which can be an important driver of some breast cancers. They focused on a chemical called hemin, which can grab onto NO. Hemin tends to clump together in watery environments, which limits its use in medicine, but by - [CÚRAM Representing Irish Biomedical Research at Expo 2025 Osaka](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-at-expo-2025-osaka/) - April 29th 2025: CÚRAM has been selected to represent Irish biomedical research as part of the beautiful exhibit currently in place at the Ireland Pavilion at the World Expo, Osaka, Japan 2025. The Expo runs until October 2025 and has 160 countries and international organisations participating. Over the course of six months, millions of people - [CÚRAM Researchers Design and Deliver Medtech Courses for University of Galway's Youth Academy](https://curamdevices.ie/youth-academy-medtech-courses/) - April 8th 2025: Congratulations to Eulalie Lafarge, postdoctoral researcher and MedTrain+ fellow and Ankita Pramanick, doctoral candidate at CÚRAM on devising and delivering two innovative courses for primary school and secondary school students at University of Galway’s Youth Academy. Students from across Ireland attended the 6 weekend courses and were introduced to some of the - [Worldwide Trends in The Quality and Breadth of Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices Over the Past Decade: A Scoping Review and Evidence Map](https://curamdevices.ie/trends-in-clinical-investigations-of-medical-devices/) - April 4th 2025: "Worldwide trends in the quality and breadth of clinical investigations of medical devices over the past decade: a scoping review and evidence map" has just been published in the Springer Nature online BMC Journal, Trials. The review, led by Dr David Keane was carried out by collaborators from CÚRAM, the HRB Clinical - [Successful Spring-School for NO-CANCER-NET Network](https://curamdevices.ie/no-cancer-net-spring-school/) - March 28th 2025: Last week saw the completion of the first and very successful Spring School for our NO-CANCER-NET MSCA DN network. Led by CÚRAM PI Prof Sharon Glynn at University of Galway, NO-CANCER NET is a Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Network Training programme that is addressing unmet medical need for Triple - [Empowering the Next Generation of MedTech Leaders: MedTrain+ Mid-Term Review](https://curamdevices.ie/medtrain-mid-term-review/) - March 6th 2025: The MedTrainPlus Mid-Term Review took place on 6th March 2025 at University of Galway, marking a pivotal milestone for this EU medical device research and training initiative. Coordinated by Professor Abhay Pandit, the event welcomed representatives from the European Research Executive Agency (REA), including Brigitta Judit Bosze, and Programme Manager Dr Manish - [CÚRAM PhD Candidate Awarded Engineers Ireland Biomedical Research Medal](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-celebrates-11th-researcher-to-receive-the-julia-polak-european-doctoral-award-clone/) - February 11th 2025: To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science we'd like to congratulate CÚRAM PhD Candidate Ankita Pramanick on being awarded the Engineers Ireland Biomedical Research Medal last month. This award recognizes her outstanding contribution to biomedical research through her PhD work, supervised by Prof Andrew Daly at University of Galway on 4D bioprinting of - [CÚRAM Celebrates 11th Researcher to Receive the Julia Polak European Doctoral Award](https://curamdevices.ie/piezoelectric-stimulation-could-be-the-key-to-healthy-tendons-says-new-study-clone-2/) - February 5th 2025: Dr Amir Mohammed Abdo is the eleventh researcher at CÚRAM to receive the Julia Polak European Doctoral Award. The award is given by the European Society for Biomaterials (ESB) council to candidates who can demonstrate receipt of a high standard of research education and training at a European level in biomaterials and - [CÚRAM Research Fellow Wins 2025 Molecular Pharmaceutics Early Career Best Paper Award](https://curamdevices.ie/researchers-make-breakthrough-in-bioprinting-functional-human-heart-tissue-clone/) - Friday January 31st, 2025: Dr. Sergio Martin Saldaña was recently announced as the winner of the 2025 Molecular Pharmaceutics Early Career Best Paper Award. His research article, “Therapeutic Polymer-Based Cannabidiol Formulation: Tackling Neuroinflammation Associated with Ischemic Events in the Brain”, was selected by the committee for its potential high impact toward the quest of mitigating - [Researchers make breakthrough in bioprinting functional human heart tissue](https://curamdevices.ie/science-on-screens-10th-documentary-commission-callout-for-2025-clone/) - Wednesday January 22, 2025: Researchers at CÚRAM at the University of Galway have developed a way of bioprinting tissues that change shape as a result of cell-generated forces, in the same way that it happens in biological tissues during organ development. The breakthrough science focused on replicating heart tissues, bringing research closer to generating functional, - [Science on Screen’s 10th Documentary Commission Callout For 2025](https://curamdevices.ie/piezoelectric-stimulation-could-be-the-key-to-healthy-tendons-says-new-study-clone/) - December 12 2024: Marking the 10th year of Science on Screen, a partnership between CÚRAM and Ardán, the a funding call is now open to make the 10th Science on Screen documentary in 2025. Ardán and CÚRAM are teaming up with Diabetes Ireland and Diabetes Collaborative Clinical Trial Network who have received funding from the - [Piezoelectric Stimulation Could Be the Key to Healthy Tendons, Says New Study](https://curamdevices.ie/new-display-chronicles-boston-scientifics-30-year-contribution-to-galway-at-superhuman-clone-2/) - November 21st 2024: A new study by researchers at the CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices based at the University of Galway and the University of Limerick, suggests that electrical stimulation might be essential for tendons to maintain their health, offering fresh possibilities in tendon repair and regeneration. Tendons resist intense mechanical stress, while - [Focus on research: Prof Sharon Glynn, Advancements in Breast Cancer Research and the Potential of Regenerative Research](https://curamdevices.ie/new-display-chronicles-boston-scientifics-30-year-contribution-to-galway-at-superhuman-clone/) - As published in Tech Central on November 18th 2024 Prof Sharon Glynn is a Professor in Pathology at the University of Galway working with Cúram, the Research Ireland centre for medical devices. In this interview she talks about advancements in the understanding of breast cancer. Can you tell me about your background? I studied biotechnology - [New display chronicles Boston Scientific’s 30-year contribution to Galway at SUPERHUMAN](https://curamdevices.ie/counter-attack-commissioned-as-the-2024-curam-ardan-science-on-screen-documentary-clone/) - As published in the Connaght Tribune on October 8th 2024 They arrived into Galway as a white knight on the jobs front, coming in the wake of Digital’s devasting decision to close its city plant – but 30 years on, Boston Scientific are not alone among the West’s biggest employers, the multi-national is a cornerstone - [Democratising Healthcare through Technology](https://curamdevices.ie/curams-teachers-in-residence-programme-2024-2025-now-enrolling-for-online-sessions-clone/) - September 26, 2024: Prof Pádraig Cantillon-Murphy, Principal Investigator at CÚRAM, Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Tyndall National Institute at University College Cork, Ireland and visiting faculty at IHU Strasbourg has been awarded ERC Proof of Concept funding for his Saor Track proposal. How would you describe what you do? I’d describe myself as a ‘reluctant researcher.’ - [CÚRAM's Teachers in Residence Programme 2024-2025 Now Enrolling for Online Sessions](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-researcher-awarded-e1-5-million-from-european-research-council-for-brain-tumour-research-clone/) - September 09, 2024: CÚRAM Research Centre for Medical Devices, funded through Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland at University of Galway, is now enrolling for its Teachers in Residence Programme 2024-2025. Now in its ninth year, the initiative is designed to foster science education by bridging the gap between scientific research and the classroom at both - [‘Counter Attack’ Commissioned as the 2024 CÚRAM/ Ardán Science on Screen Documentary](https://curamdevices.ie/democratising-healthcare-through-technology-clone/) - October 08, 2024: 2024 Science on Screen Research Documentary commissioned by CÚRAM and Ardán to be made by Tiernan Williams and Maria O’Neill with Dr. Niamh Hynes cientific research thrives on a multi-disciplinary approach where combining knowledge from many fields deepens our understanding of many global health issues. Cardiovascular disease is one of these issues - [€25M invested in medtech training and development through CÚRAM in the first ten years](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-sfi-research-centre-delivers-12-fold-return-on-government-investment-clone/) - Strengthening Ireland's medtech research and innovation ecosystem August 23rd, 2024: €25 million has been directed into training and development to strengthen Ireland's medtech research and innovation ecosystem through CÚRAM, the Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices at University of Galway, in its first ten years. The investment has derived from the European Union Marie Skłodowska-Curie - [CÚRAM researcher awarded €1.5 Million from European Research Council for Brain Tumour Research](https://curamdevices.ie/e25m-invested-in-medtech-training-and-development-through-curam-in-the-first-ten-years-clone/) - August 25, 2024: r Catalina Vallejo Giraldo has just been awarded a European Research Council (ERC) Starting grant worth €1.5 million to further her research on cancers of the brain, a major global health problem with limited treatment options. ERC starting grants are awarded to talented early-career scientists who are embarking on independent work and - [New interactive exhibition focusing on medtech opens at Galway City Museum](https://curamdevices.ie/new-interactive-exhibition-focusing-on-medtech-opens-at-galway-city-museum/) - CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices based at University of Galway, together with Galway City Museum has launched a new public exhibition celebrating the collaboration, creativity and innovation in medical technology (medtech) research in Ireland. SUPERHUMAN explores the story of the medtech sector which employs over 40,000 people in Ireland today. As the - [Special screening of cancer survivors’ documentary to mark World Cancer Research Day](https://curamdevices.ie/special-screening-of-cancer-survivors-documentary-to-mark-world-cancer-research-day/) - CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at University of Galway, in collaboration with the National Breast Cancer Research Institute, will mark World Cancer Research Day with a special screening of the documentary ‘The People There to Catch Us’. The screening will take place on Sunday September 24 at the Town Hall Theatre, Galway - [CÚRAM Researcher Awarded Prestigious Julia Polak Award at ESB 2023](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-researcher-awarded-prestigious-julia-polak-award-at-esb-2023/) - CÚRAM Researcher Awarded Prestigious Julia Polak Award at ESB 2023 CÚRAM postdoctoral researcher Dr Kieran Joyce has been awarded the Julia Polak European Doctorate Award 2023 by the European Society for Biomaterials (ESB) and was presented with this award at the General Assembly of the ESB conference to be held from 4-8 September 2023 in - [CÚRAM's Expanded Teachers in Residence Programme 2023-2024 Now Enrolling for Online Sessions](https://curamdevices.ie/curams-expanded-teachers-in-residence-programme-2023-2024-now-enrolling-for-online-sessions/) - CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at University of Galway, is now enrolling for its Teachers in Residence Programme 2023-2024. Now in its eighth year, the initiative is designed to foster science education by bridging the gap between scientific research and the classroom. CÚRAM has expanded the forthcoming programme to incorporate researchers from - [International research project for treatment of triple-negative breast cancer](https://curamdevices.ie/international-research-project-for-treatment-of-triple-negative-breast-cancer/) - €2.7m Horizon Europe grant awarded for innovative research into new therapeutics Researchers at University of Galway are to lead an international research project exploring innovative therapeutics targeting one of the most aggressive and challenging cancers to affect women – Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC). The project is supported by €2.7million Horizon Europe grant funding from - [Funding recognises rising researchers and pioneering projects](https://curamdevices.ie/xxx-clone-clone/) - Three CÚRAM researchers are among the research projects awarded a combined €24.6m in funding under the Irish Research Council’s (IRC) flagship Government of Ireland programmes, announced by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD, recently. The IRC’s Government of Ireland scheme supports top early-career researchers who are based in - [CÚRAM awarded over €3.5m funding to create 25 doctoral research positions](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-awarded-over-3-5m-funding-to-create-25-doctoral-research-positions/) - CÚRAM received 3.36m in co-funding from the European Union to launch MedDevDoc, an enhanced innovative Marie-Curie Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action Doctoral training programme. The vision of MedDevDoc is to create 25 doctoral fellowship opportunities to develop future leaders in medical device research. CÚRAM, Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Research Centre for Medical Devices, is recruiting for 25 - [CÚRAM Investigator wins European Research Council Consolidator Grant](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-investigator-wins-european-research-council-consolidator-grant/) - Professor Michael Monaghan, Associate Professor in Biomedical Engineering at Trinity College Dublin, and a funded investigator at CÚRAM, has today been awarded a highly prestigious European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant. He will now use the funding of approximately €2.6 million to pursue ground-breaking research that will enable significant advances in scientific knowledge. Michael’s project, - [SFI Award for Supporting Green Transition 2023 given to Una FitzGerald](https://curamdevices.ie/sfi-award-for-supporting-green-transition-2023-given-to-una-fitzgerald/) - Una FitzGerald, Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering, University of Galway and an Investigator in CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices, was recently awarded the inaurgrual SFI Award for Supporting Green Transition 2023. The winners of the Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Awards for 2023 were announced on November 20th at the Research Summit, a joint - [CÚRAM celebrates two academics on Highly Cited Researchers 2023 List](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-celebrates-two-academics-on-highly-cited-researchers-2023-list/) - Two University of Galway academic researchers, both funded invesigators at CÚRAM, have been named on the annual Highly Cited Researchers 2023 list from Clarivate. Professors Afshin Samali and Patrick W. Serruys join the prestigious list of almost 7,000 researchers from more than 1,300 institutions in 67 countries and regions who have demonstrated significant and broad - [2023 Science on Screen Animations Commission Now Open](https://curamdevices.ie/2023-science-on-screen-animations-commission-now-open/) - Ardán and CÚRAM, in collaboration with National Talent Academy for Animation, are delighted to announce a new callout for Science on Screen animation commissions. Animators are being sought to create short, one-minute 2D animations, to explain research projects being developed at CÚRAM, a SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices based at University of Galway. The goal is to create animations - [New work sheds light on inner working of cells](https://curamdevices.ie/new-work-sheds-light-on-inner-working-of-cells/) - CÚRAM researchers at University of Galway, together with colleagues at the Centre for Molecular Nanometrology at University of Strathclyde have published work unveiling the inner workings of cells. Published recently in the German scientific journal Angewandte Chemie, the work provides a deeper understanding of the way components within cells are interconnected. This research has been - [RTÉ to screen cancer research documentary featuring patients and scientists ahead of Science Week 2023](https://curamdevices.ie/xxx-clone-clone-clone-clone-3/) - RTÉ will broadcast a special documentary shinning a light on the lived experience of cancer patients, their contribution to research and the ongoing work of research centres that will shape how cancer will be treated in the future. ‘The People There to Catch Us’ tells the story of Tom Hope and Rachel O’Mahony, two cancer - [Researchers publish first computational insights into colonic motility to aid understanding of ulcerative colitis](https://curamdevices.ie/xxx-clone-clone-clone-clone-2/) - Aim of research is to improve efficacy of new therapies to treat this chronic condition Ulcerative colitis (UC) is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulcers (sores) in the digestive tract. Ulcerative colitis affects the innermost lining of the large intestine, also called the colon and rectum. At least 40,000 people are - [Two CÚRAM Investigators Admitted to Royal Irish Academy](https://curamdevices.ie/two-curam-investigators-admitted-to-royal-irish-academy/) - Professor David Brayden and Professor Caitriona O’Driscoll are two of the 28 newly elected members officially admitted to the Academy recently, for their exceptional contributions to the sciences, humanities and social sciences, as well as to public service. David Brayden is Professor of Advanced Drug Delivery at University College, Dublin, He has an international reputation - [Brain science mosaic unveiled in Galway library](https://curamdevices.ie/brain-science-mosaic-unveiled-in-galway-library/) - An EU-backed project championing science education in open learning environments has helped an Irish community leave its artistic mark on its local library. This article was originally published here A new mosaic exploring creativity in connection with how the human brain functions has been unveiled at Ballybane Library in Galway, Ireland. The mosaic was created under - [Scientific Director appointed TERMIS Global President-Elect](https://curamdevices.ie/xxx-clone-clone-clone/) - Professor Abhay Pandit has been elected President-Elect of the Global Tissue Engineering Regenerative Medicine International Society (TERMIS). TERMIS has a global mission to advance tissue engineering and regenerative medicine worldwide to generate knowledge to improve patient outcomes globally. As Scientific Director of CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices based at University of Galway, - [EU project sees collaboration between CÚRAM, Ballybane Library, Galway Community College and artist Alison Mac Cormaic](https://curamdevices.ie/eu-project-sees-collaboration-between-curam-ballybane-library-galway-community-college-and-artist-alison-mac-cormaic/) - In a rapidly changing world, educational expectations are evolving at an unprecedented pace, and the need for a new approach to learning has become essential. To that end, CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices based at the University of Galway, along with 12 other partners, are part of a new Horizon-funded EU project - [CÚRAM SFI research centre delivers 12-fold return on Government investment](https://curamdevices.ie/curam-sfi-research-centre-delivers-12-fold-return-on-government-investment/) - University of Galway-hosted centre celebrates 10 years of significant economic impact for Ireland Benefits to the medtech sector include collaborative projects with 47 innovative companies and 2,547 jobs supported Tuesday June 18, 2024: CÚRAM, the Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) research centre for medical devices based at the University of Galway, today launched an economic report - [Science on Screen Animations Launch – 26th June 2024](https://curamdevices.ie/science-on-screen-animations-launch-26th-june-2024/) - Ardán, CÚRAM, the SFI research Centre for Medical Devices and National Talent Academy for Animation are delighted to launch the latest round of four animations created for the Science on Screen scheme, which aims to facilitate, promote and increase the inclusion of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) content in Irish film and TV production. - [Empathy Detectives' Project Secures Funding to Enhance Understanding of Living with Diabetes](https://curamdevices.ie/empathy-detectives-project-secures-funding-to-enhance-understanding-of-living-with-diabetes/) - Anew initiative at the University of Galway has been awarded funding from Science Foundation Ireland's (SFI) Discover Programme to develop a compelling series of short empathy experiences aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of the lived experience of diabetes. The 'Empathy Detectives' project is a collaborative effort involving key partners, including CÚRAM, the SFI Research - [New EU collaboration between CÚRAM, Ballybane Library, Galway Community College and artist Alison Mac Cormaic](https://curamdevices.ie/new-eu-collaboration-between-curam-ballybane-library-galway-community-college-and-artist-alison-mac-cormaic/) - "Most people, most of the time, learn most of what they know outside the classroom." George W. Tressel (1926-2019) December 13, 2023: In a rapidly changing world, educational expectations are evolving at an unprecedented pace, and the need for a new approach to learning has become essential. To that end, CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for - [Professor Sharon Glynn appointed Fulbright Ambassador for University of Galway](https://curamdevices.ie/professor-sharon-glynn-appointed-fulbright-ambassador-for-university-of-galway/) - [University of Galway scientist awarded ERC funding for project to reduce side effects of chemotherapy](https://curamdevices.ie/university-of-galway-scientist-awarded-erc-funding-for-project-to-reduce-side-effects-of-chemotherapy/) - Professor Martin O’Halloran secures record level of prestigious research awards University of Galway researcher and CÚRAM Funded-Investigator Professor Martin O’Halloran has been awarded a European Research Council (ERC) Proof of Concept grant worth €150,000. 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Animators will also have the chance - [Biomanufacturer Microphysiological Systems and Nanotools to Probe Multicellular Tendon Mechanobiology](https://curamdevices.ie/events/biomanufacturer-microphysiological-systems-and-nanotools-to-probe-multicellular-tendon-mechanobiology/) - Speaker: Rui Domingues Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 27th July 2026 Rui M. A. Domingues is a Research Group Leader at the International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL), Portugal, where he leads an interdisciplinary research program focused on nanotechnology, biomaterials, biofabrication, and microphysiological systems. His research aims to develop nanostructured biomaterials and human microphysiological tendon - [Cancer Mechano-Immunology: On Earth and in Space](https://curamdevices.ie/events/cancer-mechano-immunology-on-earth-and-in-space/) - Speaker: Meenal Datta Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Friday, 12th June 2026 Meenal Datta is the Jane Schoelch DeFlorio Collegiate Professor and Associate Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Notre Dame. She earned her PhD in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Tufts University in 2018 and completed postdoctoral training at Harvard - [Immune-inflamed or Immunosuppressive Cancer Phenotypes: Implications for Brain Function and Pathology](https://curamdevices.ie/events/immune-inflamed-or-immunosuppressive-cancer-phenotypes-implications-for-brain-function-and-pathology/) - Speaker: Hélène Castel Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 21st May 2026 Hélène Castel, PhD, is an Inserm Director of Research in Neuroscience and Neuro-oncology, co-founder of the Cancer and Cognition Platform at the University of Rouen Normandie, President of the Scientific Council of the Normandie Ligue contre le Cancer, and recently became co-scientific director - [MSC-based therapies for treatment of musculoskeletal injuries](https://curamdevices.ie/events/msc-based-therapies-for-treatment-of-musculoskeletal-injuries/) - Speaker: Johnna Temenoff Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 12th May 2026 Dr Johnna S. Temenoff is the W.H. Coulter Distinguished Professor in the Coulter Department of Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech/Emory University. She is also currently the Director of the NSF Engineering Research Center in Cell Manufacturing Technologies (CMaT) and the Director of the - [Revisiting NKp46 in NK Cell Recognition of Cancer](https://curamdevices.ie/events/revisiting-nkp46-in-nk-cell-recognition-of-cancer/) - Speaker: Fredrik Bergh Thorén Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Friday, 8th May 2026 Fredrik Bergh Thorén is a professor of medical cell biology at the Sahlgrenska Cancer Center and the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Institute of Biomedicine, University of Gothenburg. He received his PhD in 2007 for studies of cell death pathways - [Engineering the Architecture of Life: Reimagining Biomanufacturing for Regenerative Medicine](https://curamdevices.ie/events/engineering-the-architecture-of-life-reimagining-biomanufacturing-for-regenerative-medicine/) - Speaker: A.J. Mellott Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 11th May 2026 A.J. Mellott, PhD, is a bioengineer and translational scientist focused on advancing regenerative medicine through engineered biomanufacturing systems. As Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Ronawk Inc., he leads the development of tissue-mimetic manufacturing platforms designed to stabilise mesenchymal stem cell phenotype and - [Biomechanics of Traumatic Brain Injury](https://curamdevices.ie/events/biomechanics-of-traumatic-brain-injury/) - Speaker: David MacManus Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Friday, 1st May 2026 We are delighted to welcome Dr David MacManus, Associate Professor in the School of Mechanical & Materials Engineering at University College Dublin and Principal Investigator of the BRAIN Lab. His research focuses on unravelling the biomechanics of traumatic brain injury. MacManus holds a - [Supporting Science, Impacting Policy: Practical Insights from ILAS and CÚRAM Researchers and European ENLIGHT Universities](https://curamdevices.ie/events/supporting-science-impacting-policy-practical-insights-from-ilas-and-curam-researchers-and-european-enlight-universities/) - Speaker: John Canavan, Clíona de Bhailís, Brendan Dolan, Karen Doyle, David Finn, Daniel Klimovský, Emilie Peeters Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 1st April 2026 This seminar brings together researchers from three ENLIGHT universities to explore how academic research can influence policy. It features in-person talks from Comenius University (Slovakia) and Ghent University (Belgium), alongside - [A New Understanding of Cannabinoids as Therapeutics](https://curamdevices.ie/events/a-new-understanding-of-cannabinoids-as-therapeutics/) - Speaker: Randy Mrsny Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 19th March 2026 Randy Mrsny holds a professorship at the University of Bath. His research focuses on: Mechanisms controlling the trans-epithelial migration of neutrophils Regulation of tight junction structure and function Pancreatic duct cell inflammation and oncogenesis Events that control the fate of biopharmaceuticals injected into - [Microglial metabolic rewiring in the injured brain: Pathways to neuroprotection](https://curamdevices.ie/events/microglial-metabolic-rewiring-in-the-injured-brain-pathways-to-neuroprotection/) - Speaker: David J. Loane Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 9th March 2026 We are pleased to announce a seminar by David J. Loane, Associate Professor of Neuroscience at Trinity College Dublin and Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Prof. Loane is a neuroimmunologist who leads a multidisciplinary research team - [Stress and cancer: The hidden biological link](https://curamdevices.ie/events/stress-and-cancer-the-hidden-biological-link/) - Supported by the School of Medicine Research Committee Invited Speaker Fund Speaker: Melanie Flint Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Friday, 6th March 2026 Melanie Flint is a Professor of Stress and Cancer Research as well as the Co-Director of the Sussex Cancer Research Centre in Brighton, UK. She is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in - [Biomaterials-Based Tools for Studying Fibrotic Mechanotransduction](https://curamdevices.ie/events/biomaterials-based-tools-for-studying-fibrotic-mechanotransduction/) - Speaker: Marc Fernández-Yagüe Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 19th February 2026 Dr Marc A. Fernández-Yagüe is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Chemistry at Queen Mary University of London, where he leads the CREATION Lab (Cellular Reprogramming Through Mechanotransduction). His research focuses on understanding how physical cues from the extracellular matrix regulate cellular behaviour, particularly - [iPS-based therapy for disc regeneration. iPSpine: shaping scientific innovation through collaboration](https://curamdevices.ie/events/seminar-ips_based_therapy_for_disk_regeneration/) - Speaker: Marianna Tryfonidou Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 29th January 2026 Professor Marianna Tryfonidou (Utrecht University) joined the department of Clinical Sciences of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in 1998. She is a certified veterinary surgeon (European College of Veterinary Surgeons) and a Professor of Regenerative Orthopedics. The focus of her research is on - [Strategies for 3D in vitro models: Recreating Unique Multicellular Microenvironments](https://curamdevices.ie/events/strategies-for-3d-in-vitro-models-recreating-unique-multicellular-microenvironments/) - Speaker: Paul Wieringa Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Friday, 16th January 2026 Paul Wieringa is an Assistant Professor at the MERLN Institute for Technology-Inspired Regenerative Medicine, Maastricht University, within the Department of Complex Tissue Regeneration. He holds a BSc in Integrated Engineering from the University of British Columbia, an MSc (cum laude) in Electrical Engineering - [Vascularization of Cerebral Organoids: Improving In Vitro Modelling of the Neovascularity](https://curamdevices.ie/events/vascularization-of-cerebral-organoids-improving-in-vitro-modelling-of-the-neovascularity/) - Speaker: Josep Fumadó Navarro Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 24th November 2025 Josep Fumadó Navarro graduated in Biochemistry from the Rovira i Virgili University (Spain) and obtained a Master’s degree in Advanced Biotechnology from the Autonomous University of Barcelona (Spain). During his studies, he gained research experience at the Institute of Agrifood Research and - [The Role of Porous Scaffolds in Tissue Engineering and Beyond](https://curamdevices.ie/events/role-of-porous-scaffolds-in-tissue-engineering-and-beyond/) - Speaker: Sweeta Akbari Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 19th November 2025 Dr Sweeta Akbari holds a PhD in chemical engineering and is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere University in Finland. Dr Akbari's expertise spans a multidisciplinary research background, including 3D biomaterials, emulsion sciences, surfaces and interfaces, - [MedDevDoc Induction](https://curamdevices.ie/events/meddevdoc-induction_2/) - Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 26th November 2025 Time: 12.00 - 15.00 The MedDevDoc PhD Induction Meeting welcomes new doctoral students and provides essential information to support the start of their journey in the programme. The agenda includes a welcome session, an overview of Education and Public Engagement (EPE) activities, an introduction to - [Bioinspired Materials for Intervertebral Disc Regeneration](https://curamdevices.ie/events/bioinspired-materials-for-intervertebral-disc-regeneration/) - Speaker: Catherine Le Visage Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 17th November 2025 Catherine Le Visage is a Research Director and the Deputy Director of the Regenerative Medicine and Skeleton lab in Nantes, France (www.rmes.univ-nantes.fr). She trained as a pharmacist, received her PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and worked at Johns Hopkins University (USA). She then - [Research-Policy Engagement: Researcher Perspectives from Ireland and the UK](https://curamdevices.ie/events/research_policy_engagement/) - Speaker: Brendan Dolan, Sarah Chaytor Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 6th November 2025 This seminar, organised as part of the ILAS Public Policy Innovation Series in partnership with CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices, will be of interest to all researchers seeking to further the policy impact potential of their work. The seminar - [Physics-informed Holomorphic Neural Networks: Applications in Fracture Mechanics and Crack Detection](https://curamdevices.ie/events/physics-informed-holomorphic-neural-networks-applications-in-fracture-mechanics-and-crack-detection/) - Speaker: Tito Andriollo Location: SC200A Seminar Room (NCR), University of Galway Date: Thursday, 23th October 2025 Tito Andriollo earned his MSc and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark and is currently a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Production Engineering at Aarhus University. His research aims to achieve a mechanistic - [Dissecting the Human Glycome Using Mass Spectrometry](https://curamdevices.ie/events/dissecting-the-human-glycome-using-mass-spectrometry/) - Speaker: Manfred Wuhrer Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 5th November 2025 Manfred Wuhrer is Professor of Proteomics and Glycomics and head of the Center for Proteomics and Metabolomics at the Leiden University Medical Center in the Netherlands. He develops glycoanalytical techniques aiming at high sensitivity, throughput and resolution. Applications include the characterisation of biopharmaceuticals and endogenous - ["Wow! Tell me more!" - Communicating Your Research to the Media](https://curamdevices.ie/events/tell_me_more/) - Speaker: Saša Novak Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 14th October 2025 Dr Saša (Sasha) Novak is a professor at the Jožef Stefan International Postgraduate School in Ljubljana, Slovenia, where she teaches Science Communication, and a former scientific advisor at the Jožef Stefan Institute.Her scientific work focused on the research and development of novel biomaterials - [Designing Ethical and Statistically Sound Experiments: from Principles to Sample Size Calculation with G*Power](https://curamdevices.ie/events/biostatistics_training/) - Speaker: Davood Roshan and Kishor Das Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 30th September 2025 CÚRAM researchers are invited to participate in a specialised training session on Biostatistics, designed to provide essential skills for designing and evaluating statistically sound experiments. The training will incorporate hands-on learning with G*Power, enabling participants to master sample size calculations - [MedTech Rising 2024](https://curamdevices.ie/events/medtechrising/) - Medtech Rising 2024 will take place on December 5 in The Galmont Hotel, Galway, hosted by Irish Medtech, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland. Follow the link for more details https://www.medtechrising.ie/ - [Bloody Joints in Mice and Men](https://curamdevices.ie/events/bloody-joints-in-mice-and-men/) - Speaker: Padraic Fallon Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 9th October 2025 Professor Padraic Fallon from Trinity College Dublin will deliver a seminar for CÚRAM researchers. Professor Fallon is a leading figure in Translational Immunology at Trinity’s School of Medicine, where he also serves as Associate Dean of Research. With over three decades of academic - [Navigating the Sea of Change in BioPharma](https://curamdevices.ie/events/navigating_biopharma/) - Speaker: Vincent Ling Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 11th August 2025 CÚRAM is proud to welcome Dr Vincent Ling for an engaging seminar. Dr Ling is Chief Business Officer at Morphocell, a biotech start-up company developing regenerative technologies for the treatment of liver disease. For over 30 years, Dr Ling has led successful research and - [Electrowriting in Tissue Engineering and Biofabrication – Tiny Fibers with Big Impact](https://curamdevices.ie/events/electrowriting-in-tissue-engineering-and-biofabrication-tiny-fibers-with-big-impact/) - Speaker: Tomasz Jüngst Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 27th August 2025 Dr Tomasz Jüngst is a Junior Professor at the University Hospital Wuerzburg, focusing his research on bioprinting techniques and biofabrication of biomimetic vascular grafts and cardiovascular tissues. He studied nanostructural engineering at the University of Wuerzburg and did his Ph.D. at the Department for - [Controlling the Assembly of Biomaterials and Engineered Tissues](https://curamdevices.ie/events/controlling_the_assembly_of_biomaterials_and_engineered_tissues/) - Speaker: James Armstrong Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 7th October 2025 We are pleased to welcome Dr James Armstrong, Associate Professor of Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering at Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, for our upcoming seminar. Dr Armstrong’s research focuses on developing innovative bioengineering technologies to control the assembly of biomaterials and engineered - [Accelerating Medical Device Design and Testing Through Medical Simulation](https://curamdevices.ie/events/claire_condron_visit/) - Speaker: Claire Condron Location: University of Galway Time: 11.00 am, Thursday, 5th December 2024 Prof Claire Condron is the Director of Simulation Education at RCSI SIM. Claire comes from a biomedical science and education research background and holds a PhD from RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences and an MBA from University College Dublin. Claire works with a diverse - [Mechanics in Bio-Nano-Systems: Bridging Scales for Innovation](https://curamdevices.ie/events/mechanics-in-bio-nano-systems/) - Speaker: Xuliang Qian Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 18th February 2025 We are pleased to invite you to a seminar by Dr Xuliang Qian, who will share insights into the mechanics of bio-nano systems. Xuliang Qian is a Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Galway. He holds a bachelor’s degree in - [Understanding Pathogenesis of Intervertebral Disc Degeneration and Osteoarthritis to Develop New Therapeutic Approaches](https://curamdevices.ie/events/disc_degeneration_and_osteoarthritis/) - Speaker: Christine Le Maitre Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 27th February 2025 Osteoarthritis and low back pain are leading causes of disability worldwide, leading to substantial pain and decreased mobility, with significant impacts on individuals' quality of life. However, despite the debilitating effects, current treatments are inadequate and fail to tackle the pathogenesis. - [Biofabrication Technologies and Strategies for Regenerative Medicine and 3D In Vitro Models](https://curamdevices.ie/events/lorenzo_moroni_4_march/) - Speaker: Lorenzo Moroni Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 4th March 2025 Join us for an engaging talk by Prof. Lorenzo Moroni from Maastricht University. Prof Lorenzo Moroni received his PhD cum laude in 2006 at University of Twente on 3D scaffolds for osteochondral regeneration, for which he was awarded the European doctorate award in - [Natural Polymers of Bacterial Origin and their Biomedical Applications](https://curamdevices.ie/events/natural_polymers_ipsita_roy/) - Speaker: Ipsita Roy Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 11th March 2025 CÚRAM is pleased to host Ipsita Roy from the Insigneo Institute, University of Sheffield, for an upcoming seminar chaired by Abhay Pandit. Professor Ipsita Roy, Professor of Biomaterials, School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Sheffield, is an - [Small Non-Coding RNAs in Acute Stroke and Diabetes Mellitus: Biomarker Insights for Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment](https://curamdevices.ie/events/shona_pfifer_visit/) - Speaker: Shona Pfeiffer Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 20th March 2025 We are excited to announce an upcoming talk by Dr Shona Pfeifer, a Principal Investigator and Lecturer at the RCSI University of Medicine & Health Sciences. Dr Pfeiffer’s research focuses on the identification of molecular signatures and elucidation of signalling networks associated with - [Material-Driven In-Situ Tissue Regeneration](https://curamdevices.ie/events/small-non-coding-rnas-in-acute-stroke-and-diabetes-mellitus-biomarker-insights-for-diagnosis-prognosis-and-treatment-clone/) - Speaker: Carlijn Bouten Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 1st April 2025 CÚRAM is pleased to welcome Professor Carlijn Bouten (Eindhoven University of Technology) for a seminar on cutting-edge cardiovascular tissue engineering. Prof Bouten’s research focuses on cell-free, biodegradable synthetic scaffolds to develop living heart valves and vessels. This talk will explore the challenges of - [Inflammation-Induced Reprogramming of T Regulatory Cells](https://curamdevices.ie/events/inflammation_induced_reprogramming_of_tregulatory_cells/) - Speaker: Nikolaos Skartsis Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 3rd June 2025 CÚRAM is pleased to announce a seminar with Dr Nikolaos Skartsis, an Assistant Professor of Medicine and Senior Associate Consultant in the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Rochester, MN, USA. He is a graduate of the - [Engineering Future RNA Therapeutics](https://curamdevices.ie/events/engineering_future_rna_therapeutics/) - Speaker: Piotr Kowalski Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Friday, 20th June 2025 CÚRAM is excited to host Dr Piotr Kowalski, a leading researcher in advanced drug delivery and RNA-based therapies, for a seminar highlighting the latest innovations in nucleic acid therapeutics. Dr Kowalski is an Associate Professor in advanced therapies at the School of Pharmacy, - [Digital Twins of Patients on Non-Invasive Respiratory Support: Mechanistic and Data-Driven Models to Improve Patient Care](https://curamdevices.ie/events/digital_twins/) - Speaker: Declan Bates Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 10th July 2025 CÚRAM is pleased to host Declan Bates, Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Warwick, for a seminar exploring the potential of digital twins in patient care. This talk will focus on the development of mechanistic and data-driven models and their application to the - [Scaling 3D bioprinting Towards Whole Organ Biomanufacturing](https://curamdevices.ie/events/scaling-3d-bioprinting-towards-whole-organ-biomanufacturing/) - Speaker: Mark Skylar-Scott Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 21st July 2025 We are pleased to welcome Dr Mark Skylar-Scott from Stanford University to speak at CÚRAM as part of our seminar series. Mark Skylar-Scott is an Assistant Professor of Bioengineering at Stanford, a member of the Basic Science and Engineering Initiative at the Children’s Heart - [Innovative Implantable Systems for Targeted and Sustained Drug Delivery](https://curamdevices.ie/events/innovative_implantable_systems_for_targeted_and_sustained_drug_delivery/) - Speaker: Eneko Larrañeta Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 21th August 2025 Professor Eneko Larrañeta will give a seminar at CÚRAM on recent advances in implants for sustained drug release. His talk will cover 3D-printed, fusion-processed, and compressed implants, as well as porous membranes and biodegradable coatings that extend drug release for chronic disease treatment. Eneko is - [Engineering Extracellular Vesicles for Regenerative Medicine](https://curamdevices.ie/events/engineering-extracellular-vesicles_for_regenerative_medicine/) - Speaker: Manuel Gomez-Florit Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 4th September 2025 Join Dr Manuel Gomez-Florit from the University of the Balearic Islands, Palma de Mallorca, Spain, for his seminar on cutting-edge approaches to regenerative medicine hosted by Meadhbh Brennan. Dr Gomez-Florit earned his PhD in Cell Therapy and Tissue Engineering (2015) from the University of - [Biomimetic Engineering of Material Surfaces for Modulating Biological Response](https://curamdevices.ie/events/biomimetic-engineering-of-material-surfaces-for-modulating-biological-response/) - Speaker: Ketul Popat Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 25th September 2025 Ketul Popat is Professor and Chair of the Department of Bioengineering at George Mason University. Prior to joining George Mason, he was Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering and the School of Biomedical Engineering at Colorado State University, where he served for 16 - [Chance and Necessity: Tracing Decision-Making in Single Cancer Cells](https://curamdevices.ie/events/chance-and-necessity-tracing-decision-making-in-single-cancer-cells/) - Speaker: Yogesh Goyal Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 17th September 2025 Yogesh Goyal is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Cell and Developmental Biology and the McCormick School of Engineering at Northwestern University. He is also an investigator at the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub. Yogesh grew up in a village in Jammu & Kashmir in India - [Selective Targeting of Cancerous Microenvironments with Lipid-Based Nanosystems](https://curamdevices.ie/events/selective-targeting-of-cancerous-microenvironments-with-lipid-based-nanosystems/) - Speaker: Christos Tapeinos Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 4th September 2025 CÚRAM is pleased to host a seminar featuring Christos Tapeinos from the University of Manchester. The talk will focus on lipid-based nanoparticles (LNPs) as a strategy for selectively targeting cancerous microenvironments, with particular emphasis on overcoming biological barriers such as the blood–brain barrier (BBB) - [Advancing Regenerative Medicine via Biomaterials Therapy](https://curamdevices.ie/events/advancing_regenerative_medicine/) - Speaker: Kevin E. Healy Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 7th August 2025 We are pleased to invite you to a seminar by Kevin Edward Healy. Kevin E. Healy is the Jan Fandrianto and Selfia Halim Distinguished Professor in Engineering at the University of California Berkeley in the Departments of Bioengineering, and Materials Science and Engineering. - [Manufacturing of plastic microfluidic devices: the development trend, manufacturing chains and advanced applications in healthcare](https://curamdevices.ie/events/manufacturing-_of_plastic_microfluidic_devices/) - Speaker: Nan Zhang Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 6th August 2025 CÚRAM and the LifETIME CDT Programme are pleased to host a seminar featuring Dr Nan Zhang, Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, University College Dublin. Dr Zhang's research focuses on polymer micro/nano manufacturing, atomic-scale fabrication, precision-engineered plastic microfluidic chips, nanomedicine, - [The role of the lung in CNS autoimmunity](https://curamdevices.ie/events/the_role_of_the_lung_in_cns_autoimmunity/) - Speaker: Alex Flügel Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 24th July 2025 Professor Alexander Flügel took up his current position at the Georg-August University Göttingen as Director of the Institute for Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis Research in 2008. His main research interest is the mechanisms and factors that allow immune cells to enter the central nervous - [Funding and Grant Writing Workshop for CÚRAM Researchers](https://curamdevices.ie/events/funding_and_grant_writing/) - Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: 23th - 24th June 2025 Trainer: Catalyze We’re excited to announce the upcoming Funding and Grant Writing Workshop, taking place on June 23rd and June 24th at CÚRAM. This interactive training, led by experts from Catalyze, is tailored for final-year PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. The workshop will focus - [Commercialisation and Intellectual Property (IP) Training](https://curamdevices.ie/events/commerc_and_ip/) - Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 12th May 2025 Trainer: Fionnuala Brown About the Trainer Fionnuala Brown is a Senior Commercialisation Executive at the University's Innovation Office. She specialises in medical technologies and the life sciences, supporting the research community in protecting their work, engaging with industry, and achieving commercial impact. What You’ll Learn: - [MedDevDoc Induction](https://curamdevices.ie/events/meddevdoc_induction/) - Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 30th April 2025 Time: 12.00 - 15.00 The MedDevDoc PhD Induction Meeting is designed to welcome new doctoral students and provide essential information to help them begin their journey in the programme. The agenda includes a welcome session, an overview of Education and Public Engagement (EPE) activities, an - [Cell and Gene Therapy Delivery: Precision, Placement, and Power – It’s All About the Right Spot!](https://curamdevices.ie/events/cell_and_gene_therapy_delivery/) - Speaker: Alan Boyd Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 15th May 2025 CÚRAM is pleased to host Professor Alan Boyd, a globally recognised expert in gene therapy development and pharmaceutical medicine, for a special seminar on the future of advanced therapy delivery. Professor Boyd has played a major role in the approval of over 20 - [Surgery on the Brain: Advances and Challenges](https://curamdevices.ie/events/interaction_between_neurosurgery_and_technology_improve_patient_outcomes/) - Speaker: Mohsen Javadpour Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 3rd April 2025 CÚRAM is pleased to announce a seminar with Mohsen Javadpour (Beaumont Hospital) for an insightful talk on the intersection of neurosurgery and technology to enhance patient care. The event is hosted by Karen Doyle. Professor Mohsen Javadpour, FRCS(SN) is a Consultant Neurosurgeon with interest - [Organoids for Ocular Disease Modelling: Opportunities & Challenges](https://curamdevices.ie/events/organoids_ocular/) - Speaker: Alison Reynolds Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Wednesday, 16th April 2025 Lifetime-CDT is pleased to welcome Dr Alison Reynolds (University College Dublin) for a seminar on Ocular Disease Modelling. Dr Reynolds' research focuses on developing and characterising ocular disease models to improve understanding of eye function in both healthy and diseased states, with the - [Planning for Successful Clinical and Commercial Translation of Novel Medical Devices](https://curamdevices.ie/events/translation_lesson_seminar/) - Speakers: Niamh Hynes, Andrew Cameron, Annette Kent, Derek O'Keeffe, Michelle Tierney, Tim Jones Location: University of Galway Time: 12.00 - 16.00 pm, Tuesday, 10th December 2024 - [Meet the Editor Session](https://curamdevices.ie/events/monica_golda_cepa/) - Speaker: Monika Golda-Cepa Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Tuesday, 15th April 2025 CÚRAM is delighted to host a special workshop for researchers, featuring Dr Monika Golda-Cepa, Editor-in-Chief of Cell Biomaterials. Dr Golda-Cepa brings a unique perspective on academic publishing, combining extensive experience in research, teaching, and editorial leadership. Before joining Cell Press, she served as - ["From Zero to Hero"](https://curamdevices.ie/events/zero_to_hero/) - Speaker: Monika Golda-Cepa Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Monday, 14th April 2025 CÚRAM is delighted to host a special workshop designed for early-stage researchers, led by Monika Golda-Cepa (Editor-in-Chief, Cell Biomaterials). With a background in academia, research, and publishing, Dr Golda-Cepa has a strong understanding of the scientific community and a passion for advancing knowledge - [Modulatory Activity of Stem Cells Secretome in the Central Nervous System](https://curamdevices.ie/events/central_-nervous_system_repair/) - Speaker: António Salgado Location: Biomedical Sciences Building, University of Galway Date: Thursday, 6th March 2025 Discover the latest advancements in CNS repair with António Salgado (University of Minho, Portugal). António Salgado is a biologist with a PhD in Tissue Engineering and Hybrid Materials, and a Habilitation (DSc) in Health Sciences. Currently, he is a Coordinating Investigator at the - [Empathy Detectives - Living with Diabetes](https://curamdevices.ie/events/empathy_detective/) - Location: Galway City Museum Date: Saturday, 1st March 2025 Join the Empathy Detectives to mark Engineer's Week 2025, where we'll explore empathy in science in a fun & interactive workshop. Researchers from CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices invite you to join us at the Galway City Museum for an interactive and engaging workshop where you - [From Manufacturing of IVTmRNAs as Vaccines and Therapeutics to the Centre for Advanced Diagnostics Development and Application (CADDA)](https://curamdevices.ie/events/mark_smales_visit_30_01/) - Speaker: Mark Smales Location: University of Galway Date: Thursday, 30th January 2025 Join us on 30th January for an enlightening session with Professor Smales, a distinguished scholar from NIBRT, as he shares insights from their research in IVTmRNA. 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Collected per pass information from 1000 AIS patients & characterised the histopathologic features of AIS clots. Investigated clot heterogeneity for discovering novel components with clinical significance Led by CÚRAM FI Post Title Placeholder Understanding the - [Working with MNCs (Boston Scientific)](https://curamdevices.ie/industry-case-study/boston-scientific/) - CASE STUDIES Working with MNCs (Boston Scientific) Development of a working prototype of a unique large bore femoral closure device which will be capable of closing arterial access sites. The device will be ergonomically designed that can be used by cardiologists, vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists. Led by CÚRAM FI Niamh Hynes Working Prototype ready - [Working with Start-ups/SMEs (Acuitive)](https://curamdevices.ie/industry-case-study/working-with-startups-acutive-clone/) - CASE STUDIES Working with Start-ups/SMEs (Acuitive) CITREGEN™ A novel bioactive platform technology for musculoskeletal applications. A journey from validation through to FDA clearance. 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[Catalina Vallejo-Giraldo](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone/) - [Caroline McGregor](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone/) - [Binh Mai](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone/) - [Bharat Tripathi](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone-clone/) - [Andrew Kellett](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone-clone-clone-clone/) - [Aoife Morrin](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone-clone-clone/) - [Andrew Daly](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone-clone-clone-2/) - [Andreas Heise](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone/) - [Aideen Ryan](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/investigator-blank-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-2/) - [Afshin Samali](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/afshin-samali/) - [Tim O’Brien](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/person-clone-clone-2/) - [Sally-Ann Cryan](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/person-clone-clone-3/) - [Matthew Griffin](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/matthew-griffin/) - Tortor recusandae vivamus, commodo in numquam turpis risus donec deleniti augue! Eget architecto sit ornare fuga beatae similique metus tristique! Interdum eleifend blanditiis velit blandit nec repudiandae, cras justo, minus integer senectus, porttitor, natus nostra? Ridiculus? Omnis cillum excepteur mollit! - [Karen Doyle](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/karen-doyle/) - Tortor recusandae vivamus, commodo in numquam turpis risus donec deleniti augue! Eget architecto sit ornare fuga beatae similique metus tristique! Interdum eleifend blanditiis velit blandit nec repudiandae, cras justo, minus integer senectus, porttitor, natus nostra? Ridiculus? Omnis cillum excepteur mollit! - [David Finn](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/david-finn/) - Tortor recusandae vivamus, commodo in numquam turpis risus donec deleniti augue! Eget architecto sit ornare fuga beatae similique metus tristique! Interdum eleifend blanditiis velit blandit nec repudiandae, cras justo, minus integer senectus, porttitor, natus nostra? Ridiculus? Omnis cillum excepteur mollit! - [David Brayden](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/david-brayden/) - Tortor recusandae vivamus, commodo in numquam turpis risus donec deleniti augue! Eget architecto sit ornare fuga beatae similique metus tristique! Interdum eleifend blanditiis velit blandit nec repudiandae, cras justo, minus integer senectus, porttitor, natus nostra? Ridiculus? Omnis cillum excepteur mollit! - [Caitriona O’Driscoll](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/caitriona-odriscoll/) - [Adrienne Gorman](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/adrienne-gorman/) - Tortor recusandae vivamus, commodo in numquam turpis risus donec deleniti augue! Eget architecto sit ornare fuga beatae similique metus tristique! Interdum eleifend blanditiis velit blandit nec repudiandae, cras justo, minus integer senectus, porttitor, natus nostra? Ridiculus? Omnis cillum excepteur mollit! - [Abhay Pandit](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/prof-abhay-pandit/) - [Martin O'Halloran](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/person-clone-clone-4/) - [Sarah Gundy](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/sarah-grundy/) - [Meletios-Nikolaos Doulgkeroglou](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/megan-nelis-clone-2/) - [Susan Treacy](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/rst-clone-2/) - [Jack Pinder](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/ra-clone-clone-clone/) - [Manish Biyani](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/rst-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone/) - [Claire Riordan](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/claire-riordan/) - [Maciek Doczyk](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/rst-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone/) - [Iain Shaw](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/rst-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-2/) - [Shubham Kochhar](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/shubham-kochhar/) - [Tara Cosgrave](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/rst-clone/) - [Stefania Spada](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/rst-clone-clone/) - [Olena Kudina](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/rst-clone-clone-clone-clone/) - [Megan Nelis](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/rst-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone-clone/) - [Mary Deely](https://curamdevices.ie/our-people/mary-deely/) ## Public Engagement Projects - [Adrenal Gland Energy Delivery](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/adrenal-gland-energy-delivery/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Adrenal Gland Energy Delivery Produced by - Studio 9 Contact Details - View REsources This animation was made by Studio 9 for the Science on Screen programme, which is a partnership project run by CÚRAM the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at University - [Extended Pain Relief for Osteoarthritis](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/extended-pain-relief-for-osteoarthritis/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Extended Pain Relief for Osteoarthritis Produced by - Studio 9 Contact Details - View REsources This animation was made by Studio 9 for the Science on Screen programme, which is a partnership project run by CÚRAM the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at - [Drug Delivery Patch for Cheek](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/drug-delivery-patch-for-cheek/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview BUCCAL-PEP Drug Delivery Patch for Cheek Produced by - Swansong Films Contact Details - View REsources This animation was made by Swansong Films for the Science on Screen programme, which is a partnership project run by CÚRAM the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices - [Endopierce Stent Coating Technique](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/endopierce-stent-coating-technique/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview New Endopierce Stent Coating Technique Produced by - Swansong Films Contact Details - View REsources This animation was made by Swansong Films for the Science on Screen programme, which is a partnership project run by CÚRAM the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at - [Solutions for Inflammatory Bowel Disease](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/solutions-for-inflammatory-bowel-disease/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Solutions for Inflammatory Bowel Disease Produced by - Mighty Grey Studio Contact Details - View REsources This animation was made by Mighty Grays Studio for the Science on Screen programme, which is a partnership project run by CÚRAM (the SFI Research Centre for Medical - [Biodegradable Coatings for Urinary Stents](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/biodegradable-coatings-for-urinary-stents/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Developing Biodegradable Coatings Produced by - Earthbound Films Contact Details - View REsources This animation was made by Earthbound Films for the Science on Screen programme, which is a partnership project run by CÚRAM (the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at University of - [Phononic Lenses for Neuromodulation](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/phononic-lenses-for-neuromodulation/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Phononic Lenses for Neuromodulation Produced by - Earthbound Films Contact Details View REsources This animation was made by Earthbound Films for the Science on Screen programme, which is a partnership project run by CÚRAM (the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices at University of - [SaorTrack device for Digestive Disorders](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/saortrack-device-for-digestive-disorders/) - Science on Screen SaorTrack device for Digestive Disorders Watch Video Video Overview SaorTrack device for Digestive Disorders Produced by - Clifford Parrott and Christina O Shea of Magpie 6 Media Contact Details - https://magpie6media.com/ View REsources Professor Pádraig Cantillon-Murphy based at UCC, who leads SaorTrack, worked closely with Clifford Parrott and Christina O Shea of - [The Home Health Project](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/home_health_project/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Mending Legends – Clone Produced By New Decade Contact Details newdecade.ie View REsources This €1m project, co-funded by Cisco Ireland and CÚRAM hopes to establish a model of digital healthcare that can be used to better connect remote communities across Ireland to the healthcare - [Chimera Project](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/chimera-project/) - Chimera Project The 2015 the Chimera Art and Science Programme was founded by Andrea Fitzpatrick, who acted as its Director and curator. Chimera hosted two artists in residence, Siobhan McGibbon and Joanna Hopkins, and a student project comprising of eleven students from the Centre for Creative Arts and Media, Galway Mayo Institute of Technology. The - [The Patient Effect](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/the-patient-effect/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Off the Bench Produced by - Alice McDowell Directed By - Mia Mullarkey View REsources The Patient Effect' tells the story of public and patient involvement in research – how tapping into the lived experience of patients, their families and carers, has the potential - [The People There to Catch Us](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/the-people-there-to-catch-us/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Off the Bench Produced by - Carbonated Comet Directed By - Luke Brabazon View Resources 'The People There to Catch Us’ tells the story of Tom Hope and Rachel O’Mahony, two cancer survivors who work alongside researchers at CÚRAM and Precision Oncology Ireland (POI), - [Managing Wound Odour](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/managing_wound_odour/) - Managing Wound Odour Watch Video Video Overview Managing Wound Odour Produced by - David Qualter Directed By - David Qualter View Resources In 2021, CÚRAM, The Aliance for Innovations in Wound Care and BBraun set up a collaborative project with patient contributors to develop a new medical device to manage odour in chronic wounds. The - [Counter Attack](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/counter-attack/) - Science on Screen Mending Legends – Clone Watch Video Video Overview Counter Attack Produced By Maria O'Neill, Cluster Fox Films Directed By Tiernan Wiliams View REsources Cardiovascular disease, one of leading causes of death globally, is the subject of ‘Counter Attack’, directed by Tiernan Williams and produced by Maria O’Neill of Cluster Fox Films. It - [Bittersweet](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/bittersweet/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Off the Bench Produced by Anna Rogers and Zlata Filipovic Directed By Hugh Rogers View REsources Bittersweet is an award winning documentary directed by Hugh Rodgers and produced by both Anna Rodgers and Zlata Filipovic of Invisible Thread Films. The film captures the Irish health - [Curious Young Minds](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/curious-young-minds/) - Curious Young Minds Since October 2021, CÚRAM has been running a co-created STEAM learning programme for children aged 4-12. The young participants for whom the programme was developed are resident in Ireland through the Direct Provision system. The central ethos of CÚRAMs Education and Public Engagement programme is to provide opportunities for learning and - [Off the Bench](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/off-the-bench/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Off the Bench Produced by - SkyeByte Productions Contact Details - skyebyte.com View REsources Written and directed by Karen Coleman and co-produced by Leeona Duff with SkyeByte Productions, the documentary ‘Off The Bench: In am an Ghátair’ focuses on the response of the Irish MedTech community to Covid-19 and the unprecedented collaborations that have taken - [Mending Legends](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/mending-legends/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Off the Bench Produced By James Ryan, StationHouse Media Directed By Paul Webster View REsources ‘Mending Legends’ will explore the physical and psychological impact of tendon injuries amongst sports players and will visit the team of CÚRAM researchers who are trying to design a - [Feats of Modest Valour](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/feats-of-modest-valour/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Off the Bench Produced and Directed by Mia Mullarkey and Alice McDowell View REsources Feats of Modest Valour will investigate three individuals’ challenging physical reality of living with Parkinson’s Disease. The film features the EU funded BrainMatTrain project, which is investigating novel biomaterials-based treatments - [A Tiny Spark](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/a-tiny-spark/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Off the Bench Produced by Caroline Kealy Directed By Niamh Heery View REsources ‘A Tiny Spark’ focuses on research being led by Dr Karen Doyle, which involves analysis of removed blood clots to see what information they may yield. This is the first study of - [Nature Inspired Adhesion Films](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/nature-inspired-adhesion-films/) - Science on Screen Nature Inspired Adhesion Films Watch Video Video Overview Nature-Inspired Adhesion Produced by - Mighty Grey Studio Contact Details - Mary Deely, University of Galway View REsources This animation was made by Mighty Grays Studio for the Science on Screen programme, which is a partnership project run by CÚRAM (the SFI Research Centre - [Afterimage](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/afterimage/) - Afterimage Award winning artists Anne Cleary and Denis Connolly, who live and work between Paris and Ireland, were selected to develop the 2017-2018 art-science project with the Westside community using the research being carried out at CÚRAM as their inspiration. CÚRAM, the Science Foundation Ireland Centre for Research in Medical Devices based at NUI Galway - [Pressure](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/pressure/) - Pressure Award winning artist, Karen Conway, was selected in 2019 to create the CÚRAM community art science commission for the east side communities of Ballybane and Doughiska. Karen worked closely with Dr Pau Redon Lurbe, one of Professor William Wijns researchers. Prof Wijns is an expert in cardiology and is leading a €5 million research - [Intertwined](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/intertwined/) - Intertwined A Community Mosaic created as part of EU project STE(A)M Learning Ecologies (SLEs) In a rapidly changing world, educational expectations are evolving at an unprecedented pace, and the need for a new approach to learning has become essential. To that end, CÚRAM, the SFI Research Centre for Medical Devices based at the University of Galway, - [Xenophon Almanac of Tomorrow](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/xenophon-almanac-of-tomorrow/) - Xenophon Almanac of Tomorrow The Science Gallery Dublin commissioned 4 art projects, in collaboration with 4 SFI research centres including CÚRAM, for the exhibition, ‘In Case of Emergency’. What’s the difference between a collapse, a downfall, and a downright apocalypse? How will it all end, and why do we love to wonder? Ice or fire, - [The School of Alternative Possibilities](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/the-school-of-alternative-possibilities/) - The School of Alternative Possibilities In 2016, the Artist in Residence Programme became one of the pillars of the Public Engagement Programme. The ‘School of Alternative Possibilities’ , which is led by socially engaged artist, Joanna McGlynn, became the artist in residence. This residency culminated in a public participatory event on Galway’s Culture Night, which was - [Science Waves](https://curamdevices.ie/pe-project/science-waves/) - A radio show made by kids, for kids CÚRAM’s Science Waves project is a series of science radio shows and podcasts made by children and scientists for children, in partnership with University of Galway’s Alternative Radio Station, FLIRT FM. The episodes premiered on 101.3FM, FLIRT FM and are available to listen back to at the ## Public Engagements - [Science Advocacy](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/science-advocacy/) - CÚRAM Science Advocacy at CÚRAM Advocacy Training Science Advocacy Science Advocacy Training at CÚRAM aims to educate and support our research community to engage more effectively and responsibly with policymakers about the relevance and value of medical device research. We define Science Advocacy as ‘Active support of science, informing policy audiences about our science and - [Teachers in Residence](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/teachers/) - Our Partners Teachers in Residence CÚRAM’s Teachers in Residence Programme is designed to foster science education by bridging the gap between scientific research and the classroom. The programme is open to five primary and five secondary school teachers and runs for 10 sessions from October to March each year. Participating teachers receive 10 ECTS through - [Secondary Resources](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/teachers/secondary-resources/) - Educational Post-Primary Resources The following resources have been developed by post-primary school teachers in collaboration with CÚRAM researchers to help you bring current into the classroom. Stem Cells - Students learn how stem cells are involved in regeneration. Students play our STEMinator card game to learn all about different kinds of stem cells that arein - [Primary Resources](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/teachers/primary-resources/) - Educational Primary Resources The following resources have been developed by primary school teachers in collaboration with CÚRAM researchers to help you bring current into the classroom. Stem Cells - Students learn how stem cells are used by animals to heal their bodies. Students build model animals using “cells” made from playdough and fix their injured - [Public and Patient Involvement](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/patient-panel/) - Public Engagement Public & Patient Involvement in CÚRAM's Research CÚRAM is recruiting a Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) panel to enhance the integration of PPI in our research initiatives. We are currently working with a Patient Advisory Panel to help us develop a PPI structure for our centre. We will be recruiting new members for - [STEAM Learning](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/steam-learning/) - CÚRAM STEAM Learning Our Partners Inclusive Innovation CÚRAM’s STEAM Learning Ecology Programme develops engaging open schooling-enabled science learning paths for all in learning continuums of formal and informal learning environments that are also focusing on inclusiveness. The programme creates links between scientific, educational, civic, industry, community and artistic stakeholders to work together to find solutions - [SUPERHUMAN](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/exhibits/superhuman/) - exhibits SUPERHUMAN exhibits Welcome to SUPERHUMAN An exhibit celebrating collaboration, creativity and innovation in medical technology (medtech) research in Ireland. This exhibition in collaboration with Galway City Museum, showcases the development of Galway and Ireland as a medtech hub and explains how we can all play a part in driving research forward. CÚRAM and Galway - [Public Exhibits](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/exhibits/) - Public Exhibits Exhibits at CÚRAM CÚRAM Public Exhibits CÚRAM currently has two public exhibits located in Galway. Our ‘Marine Meets Medtech’ exhibit is located at Galway Atlantaquaria, Ireland's National Aquarium in Salthill, Galway and explores how marine resources are used in medical device research. Our second exhibit, ‘SUPERHUMAN’ is located in the Galway City Museum. - [Films](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/filmmakers/films/) - Science on Screen Films Since 2016, eight Science on Screen films have been produced. These have been broadcast on RTE and or TG4, screened at numerous international film festivals and have scooped 7 international awards. The documentaries are used throughout in schools, for community screenings as well as at academic conferences and have reached an - [Animations](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/filmmakers/animations/) - Science on Screen Animations Eight original short animations created by Irish animators to explore and explain science research have been completed since 2022. The animations are the product of a new strand of our Science on Screen programme and have been launched in 2022 in association with our project partners at Ardán and the National - [Filmmakers](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/filmmakers/) - CÚRAM Film Makers -Science on Screen FILM MAKERS Science on Screen Our ‘Science on Screen’ programme, run in partnership with Ardán (ardan.ie) aims to facilitate, promote and increase the inclusion of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) content in Irish film and TV production. CÚRAM provides funding and access to leading scientists to explore methods - [Marine Meets Medtech](https://curamdevices.ie/public-engagement/exhibits/marine-meets-medtech/) - exhibits Marine Meets Medtech exhibits Welcome to Marine Meets Medtech Using sponge slime to fight cancer and copying barnacle glue for surgery are among projects highlighted at our Marine Meets Medtech exhibition focusing on the contribution of the marine environment and marine resources to medical research. The exhibition at Galway Atlantaquaria in Salthill, Galway showcases ## Publications - [Murray law-based quantitative flow ratio to assess left main bifurcation stenosis: selecting the angiographic projection matters](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-35/) - [Hyaluronic acid as a versatile building block for the development of biofunctional hydrogels: In vitro models and preclinical innovations](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-34/) - [Development of a bioactive hyaluronic acid hydrogel functionalised with antimicrobial peptides for the treatment of chronic wounds](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-33/) - [C-reactive Protein Expression in Acute Ischemic Stroke Blood Clots: Implications for Etiology](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-32/) - [Clot signature in patients with large vessel occlusion stroke and concomitant active cancer](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-31/) - [Robust highly conductive patterns in flexible PEEK materials with either sp3 or sp2 dominant carbon phases produced by using ultrashort laser pulses](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-30/) - [Electrical impedance signatures of red blood cells and platelets in acute ischemic stroke clots in the CLOTBASE International registry: significance in etiology and first pass effect](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-29/) - [Development and Optimization of an Ex Vivo Model of Corneal Epithelium Damage with 1-Heptanol: Investigating the Influence of Donor Clinical Parameters and MSC-sEV Treatment on Healing Capacity](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-clone-8/) - [Can nebulised heparin reduce acute lung injury in patients with SARS CoV 2 requiring advanced respiratory support in Ireland: the CHARTER Ireland phase Ib/IIa, randomised, parallel-group, open-label study](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-28/) - [Albumin-Based Delivery Systems: Recent Advances, Challenges, and Opportunities](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-27/) - [Improving glioblastoma treatment with imaging, radiotherapy, drug delivery, and therapeutic systems](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-26/) - [Worldwide trends in the quality and breadth of clinical investigations of medical devices over the past decade: a scoping review and evidence map](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-25/) - [Devices to overcome the buccal mucosal barrier to administer therapeutic peptides](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-24/) - [Mayo Clinic Proceedings and Progress in Solid Organ Transplantation](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-23/) - [Comparison of in-vitro immunomodulatory capacity between large and small apoptotic bodies from human bone marrow mesenchymal stromal cells](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-22/) - [The development of a direct co-culture-based model for diabetic foot ulcer mimicking inflammation and impaired phagocytosis](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-21/) - [Natural Killer Cell Membrane Isolation with Minimal Nuclear, Mitochondrial, and Cytosol Contamination](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-20/) - [The effect of macromolecular crowders on deposition of extracellular matrix in astrocyte cultures](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-19/) - [Adaptive reference ranges: From A to Z](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-18/) - [Hyaluronic acid-based hydrogels modulate neuroinflammation and extracellular matrix remodelling in multiple sclerosis: insights from a primary cortical cell model](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-effect-of-cannabidiol-on-nociceptive-behaviour-and-the-endocannabinoid-system-in-an-incisional-wound-model-clone-16/) - 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[Alain Cribier (1945-2024)](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/soft-robot-mediated-autonomous-adaptation-to-fibrotic-capsule-formation-for-improved-drug-delivery-clone/) - [Nonlinear effects at the electrode-tissue interface of deep brain stimulation electrodes](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/nonlinear-effects-at-the-electrode-tissue-interface-of-deep-brain-stimulation-electrodes/) - [Explainable machine learning for the regulatory environment: A case study in micro-droplet printing](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/nonlinear-effects-at-the-electrode-tissue-interface-of-deep-brain-stimulation-electrodes-clone-3/) - [We CARE Initiative. Predicted clinical and economic burden associated with reduction in access to acute coronary interventional care during the COVID-19 lockdown in two European countries](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/nonlinear-effects-at-the-electrode-tissue-interface-of-deep-brain-stimulation-electrodes-clone-2/) - [Intermittent actuation attenuates fibrotic behaviour of myofibroblasts](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/thyroid-dysfunction-and-chronic-kidney-disease-unravelling-the-connection-clone/) - [Quantitative flow ratio for the prediction of coronary events after percutaneous coronary intervention](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/nonlinear-effects-at-the-electrode-tissue-interface-of-deep-brain-stimulation-electrodes-clone/) - [Thyroid dysfunction and chronic kidney disease: Unravelling the connection](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/thyroid-dysfunction-and-chronic-kidney-disease-unravelling-the-connection/) - [Optimizing the delivery of mRNA to mesenchymal stem cells for tissue engineering applications](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/test-url-clone-2/) - 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[Targeting the endocannabinoid system for the management of low back pain.](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/targeting-the-endocannabinoid-system-for-the-management-of-low-back-pain/) - [Emerging advances in glycoengineering of carbohydrates/glycans and their industrial applications](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/emerging-advances-in-glycoengineering-of-carbohydrates-glycans-and-their-industrial-applications/) - [Therapeutic polymer-based cannabidiol formulation: tackling neuroinflammation associated with ischemic events in the brain](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/therapeutic-polymer-based-cannabidiol-formulation-tackling-neuroinflammation-associated-with-ischemic-events-in-the-brain/) - [Hemin as a molecular probe for nitric oxide detection in physiological solutions: experimental and theoretical assessment](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/hemin-as-a-molecular-probe-for-nitric-oxide-detection-in-physiological-solutions-experimental-and-theoretical-assessment/) - [Amelioration of diabetic nephropathy in mice by a single intravenous injection of human mesenchymal stromal cells at early and later disease stages is associated with restoration of autophagy](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/amelioration-of-diabetic-nephropathy-in-mice-by-a-single-intravenous-injection-of-human-mesenchymal-stromal-cells-at-early-and-later-disease-stages-is-associated-with-restoration-of-autophagy/) - [Reproducible synthesis of biocompatible albumin nanoparticles designed for intra-articular administration of celecoxib to treat osteoarthritis.](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/reproducible-synthesis-of-biocompatible-albumin-nanoparticles-designed-for-intra-articular-administration-of-celecoxib-to-treat-osteoarthritis/) - [Survival and maturation of human induced pluripotent stem cell-derived dopaminergic progenitors in the parkinsonian rat brain is enhanced by transplantation in a neurotrophin-enriched hydrogel](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/survival-and-maturation-of-human-induced-pluripotent-stem-cell-derived-dopaminergic-progenitors-in-the-parkinsonian-rat-brain-is-enhanced-by-transplantation-in-a-neurotrophin-enriched-hydrogel/) - [The impact of nitric oxide on HER family post-translational modification and downstream signaling in cancer](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/the-impact-of-nitric-oxide-on-her-family-post-translational-modification-and-downstream-signaling-in-cancer/) - [Electrical impedance measurements can identify red blood cell rich content in acute ischemic stroke clots ex-vivo associated with first pass successful recanalization](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/electrical-impedance-measurements-can-identify-red-blood-cell-rich-content-in-acute-ischemic-stroke-clots-ex-vivo-associated-with-first-pass-successful-recanalization/) - [Facile synthesis of hemin derivatives with modulated aggregation behaviour and enhanced nitric-oxide scavenging properties as new therapeutics for breast cancer](https://curamdevices.ie/publications/facile-synthesis-of-hemin-derivatives-with-modulated-aggregation-behaviour-and-enhanced-nitric-oxide-scavenging-properties-as-new-therapeutics-for-breast-cancer/) - 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Cardiovascular research has facilitated the development of advanced biomaterials and devices for cardiac diseases, whereas neural device studies have primarily focused on neurodegenerative disorders and brain-targeted therapies. Respiratory device - [MedTrain+](https://curamdevices.ie/research/training-networks/medtrain/) - MedTrain+ is a Career Development and Mobility Postdoctoral Fellowships in Medical Device Research and Development: A CÚRAM Industry-Academia Training Initiative DISCOVER Fellowship Overview MedTrain+ Contact Details: Dr Manish BiyaniProgramme ManagerEmail: manish.biyani@universityofgalway.ie Tel: +353-(091)-493379Follow MedTrain+ is on Twitter & LinkedIn MedTrain+ is the successor Industry-Academia Training, Career Development and Mobility Fellowship Programme at CÚRAM, Research Ireland Centre - [MedDevDoc](https://curamdevices.ie/research/training-networks/meddevdoc/) - MedDevDoc: Career Development and Mobility Doctoral Fellowships in Medical Device Research and Development: A CÚRAM Industry-Academia Training Initiative DISCOVER Fellowship Overview MedDevDoc Follow MedDevDoc is on Twitter & LinkedIn MedDevDoc stands as the successor to the esteemed Industry-Academia Training, Career Development, and Mobility Studentship Programme at CÚRAM, Research of Ireland Centre for Research in Medical Devices, - [Device Design](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/device-design/) - Technologies & Clinical Needs Device Design CÚRAM’s Device Design platform is revolutionising healthcare through the development of state-of-the-art medical devices. This platform integrates advanced nanotechnology, microelectronics, and biosensor systems to create smart, implantable devices that offer real-time health monitoring and therapeutic interventions. CÚRAM researchers have developed various analytical and computational models to inform device design - [Musculoskeletal](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/clinical-targets/musculoskeletal/) - Clinical Targets Musculoskeletal CÚRAM’s musculoskeletal research focuses on developing treatments for conditions such as arthritis and other disorders using bioengineered tissues and regenerative medicine. One notable project involves the use of a self-powered piezo-bioelectric device to regulate tendon repair, showcasing the integration of mechanical stimulation and regenerative therapy. This device has demonstrated significant potential in - [Respiratory](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/clinical-targets/respiratory/) - Clinical Targets Respiratory CÚRAM’s respiratory research is at the forefront of developing treatments for chronic respiratory conditions, including asthma, emphysema, and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). One notable project is the optimisation of Aerogen® Solo for delivering heparin into the lungs of COVID-19 patients, with the aim of reducing inflammation and improving oxygenation. This project - [Neural](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/clinical-targets/neural/) - Clinical Targets Neural CÚRAM’s neural device research targets neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s, focusing on developing therapies that address the underlying pathology and improve patient quality of life. Collaboration with Advanced Self-Powered Systems of Integrated Sensors and Technologies (ASSIST) highlights CÚRAM’s interdisciplinary approach, integrating biomaterials, bioelectronics, and clinical expertise to create implantable biosensors and regenerative - [Cardiovascular-Renal-Metabolic](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/clinical-targets/cardiovascular-renal-metabolic/) - Clinical Targets Cardiovascular-Renal-Metabolic CÚRAM’s cardiovascular research is pioneering new device-based treatments for heart diseases through cutting-edge technologies and extensive clinical trials. One of the flagship projects is the Multivessel TALENT trial, which aims to compare the novel Supraflex Cruz stent with the SYNERGY stent in patients with three-vessel coronary artery disease. This trial spans eight - [Soft Tissue and Cancer](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/clinical-targets/soft-tissue/) - Clinical Targets Soft Tissue and Cancer CÚRAM’s soft tissue research addresses conditions like diabetic foot ulcers, hernias, and cancer using advanced regenerative therapies. Key projects include developing cell-scaffold bio-complexes for non-healing diabetic ulcers and using nanoparticle-hydrogel systems to treat gastroenterological conditions and cancer. These innovative approaches accelerate tissue regeneration, target inflammation, and improve treatment efficacy, - [Computational Modelling](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/computational-modelling/) - Technologies & Clinical Needs Computational Modelling Computational modelling plays a vital role in biomedicine, particularly in the development and optimisation of medical devices. 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Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine uses advanced biomaterials and stem cell - [Biomechanics and Mechanobiology](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/biomechanics-and-mechanobiology/) - Technologies & Clinical Needs Biomechanics and Mechanobiology Biomechanics and Mechanobiology are vital to advancing medical device development, providing key insights into how mechanical forces affect biological systems. While biomechanics focuses on the physical properties and behaviors of tissues and organs, mechanobiology examines how cells react to mechanical cues. Both fields are crucial for designing devices - [Organoids](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/organoid/) - Technologies & Clinical Needs Organoids CÚRAM is focused on developing animal-free technologies for drug discovery, toxicology screening, and regenerative medicine, with a strong commitment to reducing and replacing the use of animals and animal-derived components in research. A key innovation in this field is the use of organoids—three-dimensional, miniature versions of human organs typically derived - [Translational Support](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/translational-support/) - Technologies & Clinical Needs Translational Support The widespread use of medical devices in healthcare is increasing, yet there is a lack of optimal clinical trial designs and clear pathways for their safe and effective use. This platform aims to enhance clinical study methods for medical devices, focusing on biostatistics, health economics, regulatory analyses, and critical - [Lifetime CDT](https://curamdevices.ie/research/training-networks/lifetime-cdt/) - Lifetime CDT EPSRC-SFI Joint Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineered Tissues for Discovery, Industry and Medicine DISCOVER Fellowship Overview Lifetime CDT Follow Lifetime CDT is on Website & Twitter The lifETIME CDT (Engineered Tissues for Discovery, Industry, and Medicine) is a collaboration between the University of Glasgow, the University of Birmingham, Aston University, and CÚRAM – - [Training Networks](https://curamdevices.ie/research/training-networks/) - Training Network Building strong training networks for future healthcare innovation leaders DISCOVER - [Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/tissue-engineering-and-regenerative-medicine/) - Technologies & Clinical Needs Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine The Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine platform at CÚRAM is at the forefront of developing ground-breaking therapies to repair and regenerate damaged tissues and organs. This platform aims to address complex medical conditions and enhance chronic disease management by harnessing advanced biomaterials and stem cell technologies. - [Biomaterials and Drug Delivery](https://curamdevices.ie/research/technologies-clinical-needs/biomaterials-and-drug-delivery/) - Technologies & Clinical Needs Biomaterials andDrug Delivery CÚRAM’s Biomaterials and Drug Delivery platform is pioneering the development of novel biomaterials and sophisticated drug delivery systems to enhance therapeutic efficacy and targeting. This platform focuses on creating biocompatible materials that improve the performance of medical treatments across various applications. 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