GlycoDiagnostics and GlycoTherapeutics This interdisciplinary theme focuses on the translation of basic research in the fields of microbial infections, immunity and chronic diseases (such as cancer and inflammation) to develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. Researchers work with clinical practitioners based in University Hospital Galway and the Clinical Research Facility. The Glycoscience Research Group is exploring the role of gut glycosylation in host–microbe interactions. This globally unique group explores the roles played by complex sugars in host– bacterial interactions to aid in the discovery of novel diagnostics and therapeutics. The group is also exploring the science behind the biological activities of polysaccharides, from microbes to marine organisms and mammals, with a focus on human health improvement. Health and Independent Living This theme incorporates practice-based collaborative research with primary care and population health research, and has a strong focus on chronic disease management. This research informs health care and health services. The Centre for Clinical Health Services Research and Development is involved in multidisciplinary clinical health services research, with the aim of influencing and informing clinical practice and health care provision. The Galway Diabetes Research Centre brings together clinicians and researchers who are developing new diabetes therapies and management strategies to provide state-of-the-art clinical care.
Immunodiagnostics and Therapeutics This interdisciplinary theme focuses on the translation of basic research within the fields of microbial infection, immunity and inflammation to develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for infectious and immune- mediated diseases. Researchers work with clinical practitioners based in University Hospital Galway and the Clinical Research Facility. Infectious Diseases Infectious diseases remain the major cause of death worldwide. Improved diagnostics and advances in understanding microbial virulence mechanisms, and the immunological basis of a range of human diseases, underpin efforts to devise new therapeutic approaches. Infection and immunology research at NUI Galway is focused on scientific, clinical and social issues related to
infectious diseases and immunology. Our researchers aim to contribute to the
development of new diagnostic and treatment approaches for the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, immune responses to infection, and general immune system dysfunction regeneration of the nervous system. This research informs the development of state-of-the-art clinical care for a large number of infectious diseases.
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