Research awards for outstanding work in the areas of cyberterrorism, dementia and physics
The President’s Awards for Research were presented on Wednesday, February 22nd by the President of Dublin City University, Professor Brian MacCraith to three individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to research in the areas of cyberterrorism, dementia and physics respectively.
Professor John Costello, School of Physical Sciences, Professor Maura Conway, School of Law and Government and Dr. Louise Hopper of the School of Nursing and Human Science were honoured for their academic and research work in their respective fields.
Professor John Costello, School of Physical Sciences was presented with the award for Science and Engineering. John has made world-leading contributions in the areas of basic atomic, molecular, optical and laser physics, as well as quantum technologies, demonstrating outstanding academic excellence, and global engagement at the very highest level. John’s research career has been centered on fundamental atomic, molecular, optical and laser physics and in particular on intense laser-matter interactions.
Professor Maura Conway of the School of Law and Government was presented with the award for Humanities and Social Sciences. Maura has made an outstanding contribution to the field of cyberterrorism research. Maura is one of the world’s leading authorities in violent online political extremism and has attained this status through a ten-year career wherein her publications, grant income and external contributions have brought much prestige to DCU.
Dr Louise Hopper of the School of Nursing and Human Sciences has been awarded the President’s Award for Research for Research Staff. Dr Hopper’s research investigates helpful responses to people with dementia. She has researched this immensely important topic area from an assistive technology perspective as well as with regards to health systems and access to care. A post-doctoral researcher in the School of Nursing and Human Sciences, Dr Hopper has established herself at the forefront of both technology and health research.
President of Dublin City University, Professor Brian MacCraith said:
“On behalf of DCU, I want to congratulate each of this year’s recipients, John, Maura and Louise, who have made outstanding contributions in their respective fields. The awards celebrate one of the key elements of this university- excellence in research.
We pride ourselves on this and the enormous effort which goes into achieving high quality research outputs which make a significant national and international impact.
The dedication and commitment to attaining such high standards is typified by each of this year’s recipients who are worthy winners.”