Organisation profile
Overview of our Research
The Institute for Clinical Trials is at the forefront of groundbreaking research, advancing clinical studies that shape the future of healthcare. With a vast portfolio of ongoing trials, our researchers are committed to developing innovative treatments, improving patient outcomes, and driving medical advancements across multiple disciplines. Through collaboration with national and international partners, we are leading the way in evidence-based healthcare solutions, ensuring that research translates into real-world impact.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 5 Gender Equality -
SDG 6 Clean Water and Sanitation -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities -
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production -
SDG 13 Climate Action -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Profiles
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Declan Devane
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Nursing & Midwifery - Professor of Health Research Methodology
- Institute for Clinical Trials
Person: Academic
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Garry Duffy
- School of Medicine, Anatomy - Established Professor
- Institute for Clinical Trials
Person: Academic
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Fidelma Dunne
- School of Medicine, Medicine - Est Prof in Translational Clinical Trial
- Institute for Clinical Trials
Person: Academic
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Prediction of time to insulin initiation in gestational diabetes mellitus: a secondary analysis of the EMERGE trial
Zhu, Y., Alvarez-Iglesias, A., Egan, A. M., Smyth, A., Newman, C., Macias, D. A., Devane, D., Dunne, F., O'Donnell, M., O'Shea, P., Gillespie, P. & Simpkin, A. J., Jan 2026, In: Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice. 231, 113070.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
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Addressing fidelity within complex health behaviour change interventions: a scoping review of fidelity frameworks and models
Toomey, E., To, D., Nathan, N., Byrne, M., Lorencatto, F., Matvienko-Sikar, K., McCleary, N. & Colquhoun, H., 31 Jul 2025, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Health Psychology Review. p. 1-24 24 p.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Review article › peer-review
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Adoption of the Transparency and Openness Promotion (TOP) guidelines within health psychology and behavioural medicine journal policies: a cross-sectional study
Toomey, E., Coyne, R., Derksen, C., Grant, S. P., Jones, C. M., Kijowska, M., McNeill, I., Naughton, F., O'Mahony, A. & Norris, E., Dec 2025, In: Health Psychology Review. 19, 4, p. 763-780 18 p.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
2 Citations (Scopus)
Activities
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BioBANC Symposium III
Khan, S. (Conference Organising Committee Chairperson) & Miller, N. (Conference Organising Committee Chairperson)
6 Sep 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising a conference, workshop, ...
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Central University (Organisational unit)
Khan, S. (Member)
1 Jun 2024 → …Activity: Membership › Membership of committee
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Peter Mckenna
Duffy, G. (Primary Supervisor)
2024Activity: Other › Current Postgraduates (Research) Supervised