Implementation Science: Bringing Research to Life

 

The Centre for Implementation Research at UL (CIRcUL) is a cross-disciplinary centre dedicated to developing, supporting, and enhancing the implementation of evidence-based research, policies, programmes, and professional practices into routine practice for the effective delivery of public services, with a particular focus on the most vulnerable members of society.

What is implementation science?

Implementation science is the study of methods and strategies that facilitate the uptake of evidence-based practice and research into routine use. Implementation science closes the gap between what we know and what we do by identifying and addressing barriers that slow or halt the uptake of evidence-based practices and identifying and leveraging enablers.

Implementation Science Conference 2026

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14 Jan 2026

Implementation Science Conference 2026

We are delighted to share that the Implementation Science Conference, titled “Making It Work: The Practice and Power of Implementation Science,” is coming to our stunning University of Limerick campus this summer! Join us on 4–5 June, with a special pre-conference day on 3rd June.

Abstract submissions are now open.

Mark your calendars and get ready for an inspiring event.

Explore the preliminary programme here.

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Save the date 4 and 5 June 2026 for the Implementation science conference.
17 Dec 2025

Registration is open for the Reflective Practices Programme

The Supporting Disabled Parents project, which will run for a period of seven months, aims to support professionals in developing the knowledge and skills they need to support disabled parents. We will offer seven live online sessions as part of the Reflective Practices Programme.

Follow this link to learn more.

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15 Dec 2025

CIRcUL Bulletin #8

The CIRcUL team is thrilled to share our latest news in Bulletin #8 – Christmas edition.

Alongside our updates and new projects, we are delighted to announce the “Save the Date” for our Annual Implementation Conference, titled “Making It Work: The Practice and Power of Implementation Science”, which will be hosted on the UL Campus next June.

Happy Holidays! We look forward to seeing you all in the New Year.

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