Personal profile
Research Interests
Building sustainable healthcare communities by developing sustainable infrastructures in health and social care provision underpinned by human rights, sustainable development and occupational science perspectives. The key is to develop sustainable support service strategies the meet peoples needs now and in the future, through community engagement and decision making.I utilise mixed methods, organisational ethnography,  soft systems methodology, participatory and inclusive methodologies, engaging key stakeholders for example in surveys, participant observation, interviews and workshops.  I have developed a Sustainable Community of Practice Model (SCOP). a framework which can be utilised when developing sustainable infrastructures. My specialist research interest in the development of sustainable wheelchair and seating assistive technology provision nationally and internationally to ensure appropriate access to services, assessments, wheelchairs, maintenance and repair, education and research. A wheelchair is a primary need and a basic human right.      Â
Teaching Interests
      Bringing the lived experience into the class room through the use of video narratives, in addition to inviting people to share their experiences face to face with students. Field trip introduced in 2004 to the occupational therapy programme, which I established with the Centre for Environmental Living and Training CELT, students spend a day in Bealkelly Woods, Tuamgraney, Co. Clare, to engage in traditional crafts. It has become a unique and essential component of the programme, encapsulating team building, skills development, reflective practice and adapting to new environments are all essential components of professional development. This experience is positively evaluated year on year and has been highly commended by programme accrediting bodies.                                       Â
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor, Doctor of Philosophy
Award Date: 1 Jan 2012
Masters, M.Sc., Trinity College Dublin
Award Date: 1 Jan 2000
Bachelor, B.Sc. (Hon.), Brunel University
Award Date: 1 Jan 1995
Certificate, Certificate, Dublin Institute of Technology
Award Date: 1 Jan 1988
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 4 Quality Education -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions -
SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals
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The role of occupational therapy in providing vocational rehabilitation for people living with inflammatory arthritis: A scoping review
Somerville, S., Codd, Y. & Gowran, R. J., Feb 2025, In: Australian Occupational Therapy Journal. 72, 1, e13014.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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Findings from a pragmatic cluster randomised controlled feasibility trial of a music and dance programme for community dwelling older adults
Clifford, A. M., Cheung, P.-S., Malley, N. O., Byrne, S., Whiston, A., Kennelly, B., Mphepo, T., Eshghimanesh, Z., Thabane, L., Louw, Q., Moss, H., Gowran, R. J., Neill, D. O., Glynn, L., Woods, C. B., Maher, C., Sheikhi, A., Salsberg, J. & Bhriain, O. N., Jul 2024, In: Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics. 122, p. 105371 105371.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Letter to the editor
O’Reilly, S., Loughman, E., Perry, K., Gorry, L. & Gowran, R. J., 29 Nov 2024, In: Irish Journal of Occupational Therapy. 52, 2, p. 103 1 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › peer-review
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‘Excellent for mind, body and spirit’: Participant, facilitator, and community stakeholder experiences of Music and Movement for Health
O'Malley, N., O'Reilly, S., Byrne, S., Cheung, P.-S., Fitzell, C., Nibhriain, O., Moss, H., Gowran, R. J., Louw, Q., Woods, C., O'Neill, D., Glynn, L., Cavanagh, M., Maher, C., Salsberg, J., Thabane, L. & Clifford, A. M., Nov 2024, In: Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. 57, 9 p., 101917.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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106 Older adults’ perspectives on participation in a community arts-based programme (Music and Movement for Health): a qualitative study
O'Reilly, S., Fitzell, C., Bhriain, O. N., O'Malley, N., Cheung, P.-S., Byrne, S., Moss, H., Thabane, L., O’Neill, D., Glynn, L., Gowran, R. J., Woods, C. B., Maher, C., Louw, Q. & Clifford, A. M., 2023, p. afad156.283.Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Association of Irish Powerchair Football (AIPF) (External organisation)
Gowran, R. (Member)
2016Activity: Membership › Membership of committee
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Midwest Spina Bifida Association (External organisation)
Gowran, R. (Member)
2015Activity: Membership › Membership of committee
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Education in Sustainable Development Group (External organisation)
Gowran, R. (Member)
2004Activity: Membership › Membership of committee
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Irish Posture and Mobility Network (External organisation)
Gowran, R. (Member)
1900Activity: Membership › Membership of council
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International Society of Wheelchair Professionals (External organisation)
Gowran, R. (Member)
1900Activity: Membership › Membership of council
Prizes
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Building a Sustainable Wheelchair and Seating Provision Community Meeting Peoples Primary Needs Now and in the Future
Gowran, R. (Recipient), 2008
Prize: Honorary award
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Clinical Research Associate of the Year Irish Healthcare Awards 2013
Gowran, R. (Recipient), 2013
Prize: Honorary award