The HRCI 2025 Annual Report We are pleased to introduce the HRCI Annual Report for 2025. At a time when trust in expertise and evidence is being tested around the world, it has felt more important than ever to champion the value of research in Ireland and to ensure that it remains connected to the […]
The Irish Cancer Society has had the immense privilege of being a member of Health Research Charities Ireland for many years. As the national cancer charity in Ireland, HRCI provides an invaluable platform to connect with organisations across the health research community, both within cancer and across other disease areas. Through this collaboration, we have […]
Is Ireland missing out on vital health research? May 14th 2026 We often hear about clinical trials for new medicines, but many of the studies that most directly improve care take place outside the spotlight. Across Ireland, clinicians and service teams, together with patients, are carrying out research at the coalface of health and social […]
Two asks for elected representatives and policy makers In the HRCI Position Paper 2026, we outline the top priorities for both HRCI and our members, aimed at enhancing health research in Ireland. While there are many aspects of health research in need of attention and support, we believe it is urgent and opportune to address […]
HRCI is collaborating with The Wheel to deliver an online training session on Grant Writing Tips and Tricks Date: Thursday, 19th March 2026 Time: 11.00 – 12.30 Location: Online (Zoom webinar) Register here About the session This 90-min webinar will introduce you to the fundamentals of grant writing and is ideal for those starting their […]
A Friendly Guide to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) in Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) Inclusive Involvement: Practical Steps You Can Take Today This guide is about turning the ideas of equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) into practical action. We wanted to move beyond theory and show what you can actually do to make public […]
Do you know that equality, diversity and inclusion matter in PPI, but aren’t sure where to start?Have you ever wondered whether your PPI approach is genuinely inclusive, and what you could do to improve it? On February 25th, we’re holding a short webinar to launch a new, friendly guide to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in […]
The Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment has launched a public consultation to help shape a new National Life Sciences Strategy — a key commitment in the Programme for Government 2025: Securing Ireland’s Future. This strategy aims to ensure Ireland’s life sciences sector remains globally competitive and that government takes a coherent, forward-looking approach to […]
It’s Time to Speak Up for Health Research An Irish Health Research Forum Workshop for Action November 19th (Dublin) and December 11th (Cork) Do you ever wish we were better in Ireland at making the case for health research to politicians, policymakers and the public? Would you like to feel more confident, clear and persuasive […]
The HRCI 2024 Annual Report We are delighted to introduce this report highlighting another impactful year for Health Research Charities Ireland. In 2024, we built on our strong foundations to deliver on the ambitions set out in our new Strategy 2024–2027, with a renewed focus on collaboration, inclusion, and driving meaningful progress in health research. […]
