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Biography
Eilish King is a Lecturer and Practice Education Coordinator in the Discipline of Occupational Therapy at the University of Galway. She previously worked as a lecturer, Regional Placement Facilitator, Practice Tutor, and as an occupational therapist working with children and adults with intellectual disabilities in higher education and disability services.
Eilish is currently undertaking PhD research exploring sensory processing and adults ageing with intellectual disabilities. As Practice Education Coordinator, Eilish's interests centre on supporting student learning, quality and capacity of practice education in evolving practice contexts.
Education/Academic qualification
B.Sc., M.Sc
Expertise related to 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. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
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SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities
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Enabling adults ageing with intellectual disabilities to self-report their sensory preferences
King, E., Cremin, K., McCallion, P., McCarron, M. & Burke, É., 9 Feb 2026.Research output: Contribution to conference (Published) › Abstract › peer-review
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Exploring Sensory Profiles of Adults Ageing with Intellectual Disabilities
King, E., Cremin, K., McCallion, P., McCarron, M. & Burke, É., 9 Feb 2026.Research output: Contribution to conference (Published) › Poster › peer-review
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Sensory Processing and Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: A Scoping Review
King, E., Cremin, K., McCallion, P., McCarron, M. & Burke, É., 9 Feb 2026.Research output: Contribution to conference (Published) › Abstract › peer-review
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Occupational therapists working with adults with intellectual disability in Ireland: survey about scope of practice
Heraty, A., Barra, S. D., Duggan, E., King, E., Bock, M., Crosbie, T. & Boland, P., 4 Sept 2025, In: Irish Journal of Occupational Therapy.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
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Transition from School to Adult Life: Scoping Review of Perspectives of Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities and Families
de Paor, E., King, E., McGuinness, S. & Guerin, S., 2 Nov 2025, In: Disability & Society.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
5 Citations (Scopus)
Prizes
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Dublin City University President’s Award for Engagement (Dublin City University)
King, E. (Recipient), 30 Mar 2020
Prize: Honorary award
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Faculty of Health Sciences Dean’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to Teaching in Professional Practice, Trinity College Dublin
King, E. (Recipient), 30 Jun 2025
Prize: Honorary award