Research output per year
Research output per year
Organisation profile
Overview of our Research
Mechanical engineering at the University of Galway features a multi-disciplinary group of internationally renowned researchers. Our research aims to improve quality of life and to solve the world’s most challenging problems through the development and application of principles in engineering, physics, and mathematics.
Our research areas include: Mechanics and Materials, Design and Manufacturing, Robotics and Dynamics, Biomechanics and Medical Devices, Acoustics, Thermofluids and Energy Systems, and Engineering Management and Innovation.
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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Profiles
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A Clinical Investigation of Hip Implant Migration and Wear
Putzer, D., Talpeanu, G., Shahriary, F., Guarino, R., Thaler, M., Nogler, M. & Awaja, F., 2025, (Accepted/In press) In: Biomedical Materials and Devices. e4.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Review article › peer-review
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Advanced structural testing and modelling of a novel full-scale helical shape tidal turbine foil
Munaweera Thanthirige, T. R., Flanagan, M., Kennedy, C., Jiang, Y., O'Conghaile, M., Courade, C., Cronin, P., Dillon, C., Fakhari, V., Cadhain, C., Walls, M., Bachour, C., Flanagan, T., Cahill, B., McEntee, J., Goggins, J. & Finnegan, W., 1 May 2025, In: Engineering Structures. 330, 119864 p., 119864.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
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A multi-domain computational framework investigating the short- and long-term viability of bioabsorbable magnesium fixation for tibial fractures
Quinn, C., Van Gaalen, K., McHugh, P. E., Kopp, A. & Vaughan, T. J., Jan 2025, In: Computers in Biology and Medicine. 184, 109444.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
2 Citations (Scopus)
Activities
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Founder of STEM book club Galway
Prendeville, H. (Other)
6 Aug 2024 → …Activity: Other › Community Engagement/Outreach
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Mohammad Sheikhi
Leen, S. (Primary Supervisor)
2024 → …Activity: Other › Current Postgraduates (Research) Supervised
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James Caulfield
Cormican, K. (Primary Supervisor)
2024 → …Activity: Other › Current Postgraduates (Research) Supervised
Prizes
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2nd Best Presenter, Mechanical Engineering Postgraduate Symposium (MEPS)
Okeke, S. (Recipient), Mar 2020
Prize: Honorary award
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Press/Media
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LSP for PD in Action. National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
1/09/17
1 Media contribution
Press/Media
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Professional Development Pilot: National Framework of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. .
1/09/17
1 Media contribution
Press/Media