Citizen Science
A look at some of the UCD research community's best projects that engage with members of the public to generate new knowledge or understanding.
Research is changing. Huge strides have been made in innovating solutions and improving services and knowledge for future generations. In addition to the benefits, research can also create new ethical dilemas, risk social non-acceptance and spur public controversy. Opening research up to societal voices can help to reduce some of these risks and lead to more relevant applications. By using more open and inclusive approaches, the distance between research and society can be reduced leading to greater impact for all stakeholders.
In our EU Research Journeys Q&A series, colleagues share their insights and approaches to building networks and developing funding applications.
This month, Maria Baghramian, Full Professor of American Philosophy at UCD School of Philosophy and a co-director of the UCD Post Graduate Programme in Cognitive Science, discusses how she and her collaborators developed the concept for ‘Policy, Expertise and Trust in Action’ (PEriTiA) and successcully secured Horizon 2020 research and innovation funding.
Celebrating International Women's Day, explore our showcase of inspiring female experts across a broad range of disciplines and career levels at UCD. Women who are not only making waves in their own field but who have also dedicated themselves to mentoring and championing other women in education and academia. See also some examples of feminist research by female and male academics at UCD, creating impact in the areas of ‘Tackling Inequality’ and ‘Improving the Lives of Women and Girls.’ Learn more about UCD's eight years of progress in Athena SWAN, in our work towards gender equality.