As we slow down for the Christmas break, we couldn't help but reshare this magnificent UL story. Watch Santa studying hard to master his craft - because even Santa needs #ImpSci, the key to turning knowledge into action! Season's Greetings and Happy New Year! www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6QU...

We are thrilled to share our latest news in Bulletin #8. Alongside our updates and new projects, we announced the “Save the Date” for our Annual Implementation Conference, titled “Making It Work: The Practice and Power of Implementation Science”, next June. Read here: www.canva.com/design/DAG5m...

We recently hosted our first networking event, an opportunity to connect, catch up, and share learning. For this inaugural event, we welcomed Prof. Geoff Curran (University of Arkansas), a leading global expert in #ImpSci and member of our Advisory Board. Thank you all for joining us!

We are beyond thrilled to welcome Professor Geoff Curran (Univ. of Arkansas), who will share invaluable insights on breaking away from the traditional research pathway that treats implementation as an afterthought, delaying real-world impact. Don’t miss this opportunity, 5 Dec at UL. Register below

We are launching the initiative “Grounds for Discovery - Coffee, Network and Learn”, an in-person networking event. We welcome Prof. Geoff Curran, Director of the Center for Implementation Research at University of Arkansas 5th December @UL Register here: forms.office.com/e/q1dC20hY81 #ImpSci

CIRcUL is proud to launch the Alice Coffey Student Implementation Prize, celebrating excellence in the use of implementation science in student research. This prize honours the outstanding legacy of Prof. Coffey, co-founder of CIRcUL. All the information here: www.ul.ie/artsoc/circu... #ImpSci

The Environmental Policy Implementation Community (EPIC) at the Institution of Environmental Sciences has launched a new, powerful resource to shape environmental policy delivery. Our colleague Andrew Bray played a key role in this report as a contributor. www.the-ies.org/sites/defaul... #ImpSci

Proud to introduce Evangelin Samraj, one of the recipients of the CIRcUL PhD scholarships. The project is centred on developing a scalability implementation framework to support the effective scale-up of evidence-based interventions. Learn more lnkd.in/dDkjDc55 @unioflimerick.bsky.social #ImpSci

Our collaboration with the Mayor of Limerick's Expert Group on Homelessness and Drug Addiction featured in the latest Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences EDI Bulletin. This and all EDI news here: sway.cloud.microsoft/o8kOwdnrKB59... #ImpSci #CircUL @unioflimerick.bsky.social

We are thrilled to release Issue #6 of our bulletin, including our latest updates, insights, and opportunities! 🔗https://www.canva.com/design/DAGqzVpLZbA/YBspFsuqGX4DmsmCkU4OoQ/view?utm_content=DAGqzVpLZbA&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hb61f30913f #ImpSci

As we celebrate six months since our formal launch in January, we are taking a moment to look back. Watch the interview Director Laura Keyes gave to Gillian Devlin at Live95, where she shared the vision behind our work and the current projects. shows.acast.com/live-95-lime... @hri-ul.bsky.social

Who are we? What do we do? How do we do it? Yesterday, we shared the story behind the creation of CIRcUL. In this video, Centre Director Laura Keyes provides an overview of the current “wicked problems” projects being undertaken by the Centre vimeo.com/1100324483?s... @unioflimerick.bsky.social

Meet Alice Coffey, visionary co-founder of CIRcUL. Alice shares the story of how a bold idea, supported by seed from @hri-ul.bsky.social, grew into CIRcUL. The first of its kind in Ireland, and one of the first worldwide: Implementation matters to everyone. 📹https://vimeo.com/1100267060?share=copy

Does evidence really matter when policies are being shaped, and how much do policy-makers rely on this evidence? This question was the starting point for this insightful and engaging HRB podcast. #BringingResearchToLife #ImpSci www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPxW...

Congratulations @reppp-ul.bsky.social on the official start of the Safe Futures project 👍😀 @circul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social @ulsol.bsky.social

Our latest bulletin is now available. This edition features the launch of our brand new course: Introduction to Implementation Science. Registration is now open - reserve your place today. Access here for more details: www.canva.com/design/DAGqn... #ImpSci @unioflimerick.bsky.social

As part of the National Action Plan (European Child Guarantee), the Government launched the Area Child Poverty Action Plan scheme. CIRcUL is leading the evaluation of the four pilots. At the Wheel Summit 25, Micheál Martin, mentioned the importance of these pilots: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tolo...

In this short presentation, Prof. Laurence Taggart from Queen's University Belfast, explores the importance of Organisational Readiness in a Randomised Control Trial, exposing a real case scenario. #ImpSci #RW25 #WisdomForAction #ResearchWeekUL @unioflimerick.bsky.social vimeo.com/1084626365?s...

The Participatory Health Research Unit at @unioflimerick.bsky.social has launched a new Postgrad Diploma in Participatory Health Research. If you're interested in advanced participatory research methods to support Implementation Science, this course is for you. More info: lnkd.in/dr5uEquC #ImpSci

It's poster time celebration at #EIE2025! - Dr Alphonce Omolo presented the poster ‘How can we evidence whether the “spirit” and “letter” of a national strategy land at the local level? A Case Study of the Irish Youth Justice Strategy 2021-2027’. @implementeic.bsky.social #ImpSci #CIRcUL

CIRcUL is live at #EIE2025! Our stand is ready and steady — come and meet Laura Keyes and Andrew Bray as they showcase how CIRcUL is driving impactful Implementation Research. #ImpSci @laurakeyes.bsky.social @andy1608.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @implementeic.bsky.social

The #EIE2025 has officially started! Leah and Bianca welcoming us all to two days of implementation discussion, insights and shared learning. @circul.bsky.social

Prof. Allison Metz, Director of the Collaborative for Implementation Practice at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, explores the vital role of a trained workforce in Implementation Science and shares insights from the latest research. Watch the video: vimeo.com/1084622060 #ImpSci

New Video - Fidelity: Key Concepts for Implementation Research. Talk by Geoffrey Curran, Professor at the UAMS - University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, presented during Research Week at University of Limerick. @hri-ul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social #ImpSci vimeo.com/1086042852?s...

We are thrilled to announce two funded PhD Scholarships aimed at advancing Implementation Research. Are you passionate about bridging the gap between research and real-world impact? For full details, visit: www.ul.ie/artsoc/circu... #ImpSci @laurakeyes.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social

Implementation Science seeks to answer a variety of research questions. In this video, we explore some of them. Check them out and be inspired to use them in your research. #StayCurious #ImplementationResearch #ImpSci #CIRcUL @unioflimerick.bsky.social @hri-ul.bsky.social @laurakeyes.bsky.social

Day 1 of #ResearchWeekUL has come to an end. What a great start to the week, hearing from some of the amazing research being carried out. Check ul.ie/researchweek for the full programme of events. #ResearchImpact #StayCurious #ResearchAtUL @circul.bsky.social @hri-ul.bsky.social

Research week has started. We are delighted to attend the Implementation science - bridging the gap between knowledge and practice session today @laurakeyes.bsky.social @denia-claudino.bsky.social @circul.bsky.social

Reminder: Research Week 2025 at UL is just around the corner. Registrations are still open. Links to register below 👇 @hri-ul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social #ImplementationScience #BringingResearchToLife #ResearchWeek25 #RW25

WHO is launching the 'Global Research Agenda on Knowledge Translation and Evidence-Informed Policy-Making' on 15 May 2025, 12:00 to 13:00 GMT 🔗 More info and registration here: www.who.int/news-room/ev... #KnowledgeTranslation #EvidenceInformedPolicy #HealthResearch #ImplementationScience #CIRcUL

Farewell to our dear colleague, Prof. Alice Coffey We were honoured to present her with a tribute to acknowledge her career: the creation of the "Alice Coffey Student Implementation Research Prize." This prize will be awarded annually to a student project. We cannot wait to welcome Alice back

#ResearchWeekUL at @unioflimerick.bsky.social Inaugural event “Showcase of UL's Internal Research Centres” Registration: www.eventbrite.ie/e/launch-of-... CIRcUL and HRI event: “Implementation Science - Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge and Practice”: www.eventbrite.ie/e/implementa... #RW25

🌸Farewell to Alice🌸 This week, we bid a heartfelt farewell to Professor Alice Coffey, a cherished member of the HRI community. We're proud our HRI seed funding helped bring CIRcUL to life. Alice, your contributions have left an indelible mark on us. Thank you for everything💐 #HRI #UL #CIRcUL

Thrilled to announce that applications for CIRcUL membership are open. ➡️ Apply here: www.ul.ie/artsoc/circu... #ImplementationScience #BringingResearchToLife @laurakeyes.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @hri-ul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social @ul-alliedhealth.bsky.social

Laura Keyes, CIRcUL Director, joined the REPPP team at UL for a very engaging discussion about incorporating academic publishing into policy-focused research. @cnaughton.bsky.social @laurakeyes.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social

ICYMI: Last chance to register for this free webinar! While effective healthcare can help us treat & manage disease, how do practitioners and the system deal with wider factors that influence our #health? www.eisummit.org/events @annetteboaz.bsky.social #ImpSci #Evidence #EIS2025 #ISHCA

During her Health Research Board keynote presentation, Dr Laura Keyes emphasised the importance of implementation research, stating, "Implementation science is often an afterthought in health research, but it must be embedded from discovery to adoption." HRB Grant Holders Conf 25: lnkd.in/grwMXm3D

Thrilled to announce the first CIRcUL keynote conference presentation. Dr Laura Keyes will present the topic “Embedding implementation science principles in health research - from discovery to adoption". Hoping to see familiar faces in Athlone #ImplementationScience @unioflimerick.bsky.social

The UL media centre announced the opening of our Research Centre. Our dedicated research team is already embarking on several exciting projects. 📷 Alan Place Read more: www.ul.ie/news/groundb... #ImplementationScience #BringingResearchToLife @unioflimerick.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social

What a fantastic day we had at the formal Launch of the Centre for Implementation Research at UL - CIRcUL Thank you so much to all of you for attending this very special celebration #ImplementationScience #BringingResearchToLife #CIRcUL @unioflimerick.bsky.social @laurakeyes.bsky.social

Curious to know how Santa got so good at delivering joy worldwide? Watch UL’s story of Santa studying hard to master his craft. Even Santa needs #ImplementationScience – the key to turning knowledge into action and making magic real. CIRcUL team wishes Season's Greetings! youtu.be/V6QUPiBIBYA

Interested in the #implementation of research findings in routine human service practice? The #EIE2025 brings #impsci enthusiasts worldwide to Newcastle upon Tyne in June 2025! Interactive sessions, exciting keynotes, networking, and much more: implementation.eu/eie2025/ @nihrarcs.bsky.social

Great opportunity to join our team. We are hiring a Senior Workshop Designer and Facilitator (0.5 FTE). Detailed information and application material are available at University of Limerick website: www.ul.ie/hrvacancies/ @laurakeyes.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social

Massive congratulations to this year's UL Research Excellence awardees. Special mention to CIRcUL members Deirdre O'Shea, PhD and Dr Owen Doody who are elevating #ImplementationScience to a higher degree of excellence. Well done! @laurakeyes.bsky.social @hri-ul.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social

Curious about Implementation Science? Watch our video: 👉 vimeo.com/1034196582 #ImplementationExcellence #ImplementationResearch #ImplementationScience #CIRcUL @Laura Keyes @carol-annemurphy.bsky.social @cnaughton.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social

Post doctoral researcher with experience of systematic reviews, interested in DLD and contributing to development of a core outcome set? See here for details of specific purpose contract with me on a wonderful project led by Dr. Pauline Frizelle eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...

On our way to Limerick City and County Council. CIRcUL met with John Moran - Mayor of Limerick, Caroline Curley and Joe Delaney, fostering meaningful community engagement. Thank you for welcoming us to your office for a fruitful conversation. @Laura Keyes @Dénia Claudino @unioflimerick.bsky.social

Throwback to Research Week 2024 - our CIRcUL member Jackie Dwane delivered a brilliant presentation on the importance of “Co-creation as an Implementation Science Strategy.” www.ul.ie/artsoc/circul #ImplementationExcellence #CIRcUL @unioflimerick.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4Nd...

We are delighted to share our brand new website. We are updating content regularly. www.ul.ie/artsoc/circul #CIRcUL #ImplementationScience #ImplementationResearch #ResearchExcellence