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Congratulations to our 2026 Irish Division IADR winners
Our researchers enjoyed a wonderful two days at the 2026 Irish Division of the IADR Annual Scientific Meeting in Cork. Thank you to our hosts and organisers!
12 Oct 2026
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More regulations needed for carbon calculators
Fourth year Dental student Nikolaos Synodinos presented the first comprehensive review of digital carbon calculators for health services, at the Collaboration of Sustainable Healthcare Research conference in Malmö
06 Oct 2026
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New oral service to help children during cancer treatment
Dr Kate Kenny and Dr Kirsten FitzGerald are working on a new project to alleviate mouth inflammation and ulcers in young cancer patients.
30 Sep 2026
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Prof Gary Moran and Dr Peter Kinnevey awarded €844,777 in HRB funding
Prof Gary Moran and Dr Peter Kinnevey received funding for their two separate projects on oral cancer and antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
23 Sep 2026
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Prof Alison Dougall receives Honorary iADH Life Membership Award
The Dean of Dental Affairs and Head of School was the recipient of the prestigious award at the opening ceremony of the 2026 iADH Conference, held at Trinity College Dublin.
21 Aug 2026
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New World Health Organisation policy launched at the DDUH
The new World Health Organisation (WHO) policy will prioritise equity in oral healthcare, and encourage countries to design health services around the needs of people living with a disability.
20 Aug 2026
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New advances in treating Crohn's disease in children
A new international study, co-authored by Prof Gary Moran and Prof Seamus Hussey, looks at how tracking changes in the oral microbiome can determine the success of nutritional therapies to treat Crohn’s disease in children.
02 Jul 2026
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Dr Caoimhin Mac Giolla Phadraig appointed Consultant / Professor in Special Care Dentistry
Dr Mac Giolla Phadraig is a world-leading expert in Special Care Dentistry research, education and policy impact.
30 Jun 2026
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Summer Research Studentship
Carley Wlad and Christina Sharp were both awarded a DDUH Summer Research Studentship to carry out their research projects.
29 Jun 2026
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Dr Peter Harrison voted Teacher of the Year
Dr Peter Harrison was presented with the award by Class Rep Grace Feighan during Finals Evening last week.
24 Jun 2026
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