Professor Tríona Lally of Trinity College Dublin has been named Engineering Woman of the Year in Academia at the Business Post Women in STEM Awards 2027.
A Professor in Bioengineering in the Department of Mechanical, Manufacturing & Biomedical Engineering and Principal Investigator in the Trinity Centre for Biomedical Engineering, Professor Lally's research focuses on addressing clinically important challenges in cardiovascular and urological disease. Her work spans arterial biomechanics, cardiovascular stenting, medical imaging, and the development of technologies that support improved diagnosis and treatment.
Prof Ciaran Simms, Prof Tríona Lally and Prof Brooke Tornifoglio at the awards
Since returning to Trinity in 2015, Professor Lally has combined internationally recognised research with leadership across the University's research and innovation ecosystem. She successfully led the School of Engineering Research and Innovation Showcase in 2025 and 2026 in her role as Director of Industry Engagement and now serves as Associate Dean of Innovation at Trinity College Dublin.
The award recognises Professor Lally's outstanding contribution to engineering research, innovation, education, and mentorship. It also reflects the collaborative work of the researchers, students, colleagues, and partners who contribute to the success of her research projects.
Professor Ciaran Simms, Director of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, School of Engineering, commented:
"I have followed Triona’s career since she was a PhD student in the early 2000s, and she is a truly committed educator, engineer and scientist. As Director of EDI in the School of Engineering, I am delighted that Triona has particularly championed the development of the next generation of women engineers at Trinity, so many of whom have gone on to win awards for the research they have completed under her supervision."
Commenting on the award, Professor Lally highlighted the importance of the people around her, acknowledging the support of colleagues, collaborators, friends, and members of the Lally Lab. She described the recognition as a celebration of the community that has helped make their work possible.
The School of Engineering warmly congratulates Professor Lally on this well-deserved achievement and thanks her for her continued contribution to engineering research, innovation, and academic leadership at Trinity.