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Biography
Accomplished academic researcher and educator specialising in anatomy, biomaterials, and medical device development. Currently working as an Assistant Professor in Anatomy at the University of Galway since 2021. Extensive experience in teaching and learning, research supervision, and collaborative multidisciplinary research projects. Committed to delivering high-quality, clinically relevant anatomy teaching through clear explanation, practical engagement, and strong integration of research and real-world application. Demonstrated leadership in academic administration, student mentorship, and innovative research programmes. Strong track record in securing competitive research funding (over €4.5 million as PI/Co-PI) and translating research into practical medical applications through successful industry partnerships.
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Education/Academic qualification
BSc PhD
External positions
Lecturer Above the Bar, College of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences, NUI Galway
10 Oct 2021 → …
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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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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A preliminary ex vivo diffusion tensor imaging study of distinct aortic morphologies
Tornifoglio, B., Robinson, S. T., Levey, R. E., Stone, A. J., Campisi, S., Kerskens, C., Duffy, G. P., Avril, S. & Lally, C., 2025, (Accepted/In press) In: Journal of Anatomy.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
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From cold chain to ambient: Benefits, risks, and evidence across cell therapy logistics
Gostage, J., Domingo-Lopez, D. A., Tarpey, R., Duffy, G. P. & Levey, R. E., 11 Dec 2025, In: Molecular Therapy Methods and Clinical Development. 33, 4, 101613.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Review article › peer-review
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Narrative review of chronic total occlusion composition to develop biomimetic models of chronic limb-threatening ischemia to enhance revascularization strategies
Wallace, E. J., O'Reilly, M. B., Tannian, J., Beatty, R., O'Riordan, B., Dolan, F., Hynes, N., Duffy, G. P. & Levey, R. E., Jan 2024, In: JVS-Vascular Insights. 2, 100147.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Review article › peer-review
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Narrative Review of CTO Composition to Develop Biomimetic Models of Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia to Enhance Revascularization Strategies
Wallace, E. J., O’Reilly, M. B., Tannian, J., Beatty, R., O’Riordan, B., Dolan, F., Hynes, N., Duffy, G. P. & Levey, R. E., Oct 2024, In: JVS-Vascular Insights.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
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A Predictive Oxygen Durability Model to Analyze Oxygen Consumption of Insulin Producing Cells Encapsulated Within a Highly Oxygenated Hydrogel
Domingo-Lopez, D. A., Levey, R. E., Brennan, B., Carroll, O., Gale, S. E., Millman, J. R., McDonough, L., Kelly, H. M., Ronan, W. & Duffy, G. P., 10 Jan 2023, In: Advanced Materials Technologies. 8, 1, 2200643.Research output: Contribution to a Journal (Peer & Non Peer) › Article › peer-review
Open Access5 Citations (Scopus)
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Skillnet Innovation Exchange: Spotlight on Innovation
Levey, R. E. (Speaker)
Oct 2025Activity: Talk or presentation (Unpublished) › Invited Talk
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Research Ireland National Challenge Fund Showcase, Impact Panel
Levey, R. E. (Speaker)
Apr 2025Activity: Talk or presentation (Unpublished) › Invited Talk
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Skillnet Innovation Exchange, Industry Pitching Event
Levey, R. E. (Speaker)
2025Activity: Talk or presentation (Unpublished) › Invited Talk
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Peter Mckenna
Levey, R. E. (Co-Supervisor)
2024Activity: Other › Current Postgraduates (Research) Supervised
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Thesis: ¿ Towards an additive manufactured macroencapsulation device for islet cell replacement therapy ¿
Levey, R. E. (Participant)
2020 → …Activity: Other › Education
Prizes
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Best Poster : Tissue EngineeringSurface Interaction category
Levey, R. (Recipient), Sep 2018
Prize: Honorary award
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College of Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences (CMNHS) Summer Research Scholarship
Levey, R. (Recipient), Jun 2016
Prize: Honorary award
Press/Media
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Galway researcher develops advanced therapies for chronic disease
22/04/25
1 item of Media coverage
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