ATU Research Showcase - Meet ATU's Health-Tech Leaders

To mark Research Ireland’s Science Week 2025 (9–16 November), the Research Coordinator team at Atlantic Technological University (ATU), funded through RISE@ATU, has produced the second edition of the ATU Research Showcase Series, highlighting the work of ATU researchers transforming healthcare through technology and innovation. From optimising biopharmaceutical production to developing artificial intelligence platforms for novel diagnostics, and from advanced manufacturing of medical devices to digital therapeutics that enhance wellbeing among vulnerable populations, this edition illustrates how ATU research is delivering real-world impact for patients, practitioners, and communities across the west and north-west of Ireland, and beyond. It showcases interdisciplinary research, innovation and collaboration across ATU’s faculties and Research Centres. As the technological university for the west and north-west, ATU grounds this innovation in regional and national priorities. Through alignment with Ireland’s National Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3) for Innovation 2022–2027, ATU contributes to sectoral strengths and potential opportunities in Life Sciences, MedTech, and Medical Devices, while also driving emerging opportunities in Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, ICT, and Digital Services, reinforcing its role as a key innovation partner. This booklet presents a sample of 12 researchers whose profiles reflect the breadth of ATU’s growing expertise in health-tech research and innovation. Their selection spans multiple campuses and faculties, demonstrating the university’s interdisciplinary strengths and collaborative ethos, while reinforcing Ireland’s position as a global leader in health innovation. Many other colleagues across ATU are also making significant contributions to this field, and their work is equally valued. These profiles are intended to highlight a cross-section of ATU’s strengths in this area, rather than provide an exhaustive list.