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Organisation profile
Organisation profile
The Department of Biological Sciences at University of Limerick (UL) is widely regarded as one of the leading centres for biological research and education in Europe. Nestled along the scenic banks of the River Shannon, the Department has built a reputation for excellence in research, innovative teaching, and community engagement.
The Department is home to cutting-edge biomolecular, cellular and bioanalytical facilities funded through a combination of university investment and international grants which have served as a nexus for research in areas such as cell and molecular biology, food science and health, biotechnology and equine science. The Department consists 25 academics supported by seven technical staff and an administrator. We have more than 40 PhD students and 16 postdoctoral scientists across a variety of disciplines.
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Profiles
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George Barreto
- Department of Biological Sciences - Associate Professor
- Bernal Institute - Member
- Limerick Digital Cancer Research Centre - Member
Person: Academic
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A focus on the Chinese stingless bee honey (Hymenoptera, Apidae, Meliponini): Exploring physicochemical parameters for establishing quality standards
Zheng, X., Xu, Y., Huang, Y., Granato, D., de Oliveira, F. F., Vit, P., Luo, S., Zhou, X., Guo, J., Dan, Z., Xue, X., Wu, L., Wang, Z. & Wang, K., Jan 2025, In: Journal of Food Composition and Analysis. 137, 106823.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Alginate-based microcapsules loaded with Brazilian green propolis decrease reactive oxygen species production, reduce inflammatory cytokines, and mitigate intestinal inflammation.
Franchin, M., ASMC, S., Dos, S. R. A., FP, S., DC, D. S., de Oliveira, L. M., Da, C. J. G. E., Bueno-Silva, B., Xu, Y., Wang, K., Bennett, J., TM, C., SM, D. A. & Granato, D., May 2025, In: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 310, 143357.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Amyloid beta-induced signalling in leptomeningeal cells and its impact on astrocyte response
Abubaker, M., Stanton, J. E., Mahon, O., Grabrucker, A. M., Newport, D. & Mulvihill, J. J. E., Apr 2025, In: Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry. 480, 4, p. 2645-2660 16 p., 112322.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open Access
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UL Environmental Committee (External organisation)
Vousoughi, P. (Member)
2025Activity: Membership › Membership of committee
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Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Working Group (External organisation)
Vousoughi, P. (Member)
2025Activity: Membership › Membership of committee
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Faculty of Science & Engineering (Organisational unit)
Hoffmann Sarda, F. A. (Board Member)
Sep 2024Activity: Membership › Membership of committee
Prizes
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Honarary Diploma, Forest Research and Management Institute, Bucharest, Romania
Byrne, K. (Recipient), 2003
Prize: Honorary award