Get to know us
The team who established and organises the Meet the Scientist Webinar Series all work at the Centre for Health Research Methodology at the School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Galway.
We lead various projects to help the public better understand healthcare and how science works. We are proud to have received funding from Reasearch Ireland (formerly Science Foundation Ireland) in 2024 to help boost the Meet the Scientist Webinar Series.
We work closely with primary school principals and teachers to ensure the series is relevant, engaging, and aligns well with the school's curriculum needs.
We are honoured to partner with the Education Support Centres of Ireland in developing and promoting this series.
Since its creation in 2022, the Meet the Scientist Webinar Series has seen remarkable levels of engagement, registering thousands of classes.
Teachers:
“Inspires children to work in Science field, especially great for girls to see such amazing women”
“The children are engaged, interested and have very interesting and insightful questions and opinions”
“This was an excellent webinar. The visuals used were brilliant to grasp the students' attention”
Teachers and students have provided overwhelmingly positive feedback. The series is seen not just as a science learning tool, but as a versatile resource that enhances the curriculum and builds transferable skills, making it a valuable addition to teaching strategies.
Meet The Team
Linda Bietsy
Principal Investigator, University of Galway
Declan Devane
Professor of Health Research Methodology, University of Galway & Steering Group Member
Manon Hubert
Project Manager, University of Galway
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Ruthanna Okorosobo
Project Manager, University of Galway
Éle Quinn
PhD Scholar & Webinar Host
Thomas Conway
Training and Events Support Officer, University of Galway & Steering Group Member
Alanna McLoughlin
Finance Support Manager, University of Galway
Catherine Doolan
Director, Laois Education Support Centre, & Steering Group Member
Fiona Wall
Primary School Teacher, Scoil Mobhi, Dublin & Steering Group Member
Ray Mclnerney
Principal, Ennis National School &
Steering Group Member
Iseult Mangan
Primary School Teacher, Cloghans Hill, NS, Co. Mayo & Steering Group Member
Dara Glynn
Principal, CBS Primary, Ennis &
Steering Group Member