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We are delighted to announce that registration is now open for the fourth annual HECA Research Conference, taking place on Tuesday, 11 November 2025 at Dublin Business School.
This year, the event has expanded to a two-day format, offering both a workshop and a conference. Participants can choose to attend either or both days, depending on their interests and availability.
Click the following link for Registrations
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Day 1: Workshop – Monday, 10 November, 2:00–4:30 PM
Unlocking Research Potential: Building Collaboration for Impact
This interactive workshop, led by Dr Tom Farrelly, is open to staff and faculty from HECA member HEIs. Participants will explore the challenges and opportunities of research in private and independent colleges, discover ways to translate teaching and supervision into research, and consider strategies for fostering a culture of open access publishing.
The session will conclude with a shared action plan to strengthen collaboration and build a sustainable HECA research community.
Workshop is in-person only with a limited number of places.
Workshop programme to follow.
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Day 2: Conference – Tuesday, 11 November, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Thriving in the Digital Age: AI, Education & Wellbeing for a Resilient Ireland
This year’s conference will feature research across technology, artificial intelligence, education, and wellbeing, offering perspectives that may inform thinking on how Ireland can respond to the opportunities and challenges of digital change. The event will bring together researchers, educators, professionals, and students from the HECA member HEIs to share knowledge, explore new ideas, and foster collaboration across disciplines.
Highlights include a keynote address from Dr Tom Farrelly (MTU), panel discussions bridging academia, industry, and policy, research presentations from across HECA institutions, and the HECA Student Research Awards. The hybrid format allows participation in person at Dublin Business School or online, making it an inclusive opportunity to connect, share, and learn.
Whether you are presenting your research or attending as a participant, the conference offers an excellent opportunity to:
Conference programme to follow.
Click the following links to find out about the Call For Abstracts and HECA Student Research Awards Competition.
For any queries about the event, please contact the organising committee at [email protected]
