News & Events 2026
2026 Listing
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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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Finals Evening 2026
Everyone at the DDUH gathered for a wonderful celebration last week to wish all of our graduates the very best for the years ahead.
23 Jun 2026
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Making an early impact on childhood oral health
First-year Dental Hygiene students visited local pre-schools for some fun and interactive talks on healthy habits and preventative oral health care.
19 Jun 2026
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Dean's Award 2026
Professor David Coleman, Dr Niall O'Connor and Dr Maria Van Harten were awarded at the annual Faculty of Health Sciences Ceremony.
22 May 2026
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Prof Derek Sullivan and Prof Gary Moran receive €772,897 Research Ireland funding
The ambitious research project will focus on the treatment of Candida albicans, identified as a critical fungal pathogen by the World Health Organisation, which can cause oral candidiasis (thrush).
14 May 2026
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New €1,308,752 grant to target sugar intake
A new multi-disciplinary research collaboration between University College Dublin, Technological University Dublin and the DDUH will address the major public health challenge of sugar consumption in Ireland.
12 May 2026
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Sunny beginnings to our annual Mentoring Programme
Mentors and mentees spent a bright summer's evening being introduced to one another at the launch of this year's Gradlink in Dublin Dental University Hospital.
05 May 2026
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