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The Electronic And Computer Engineering Department is based at the University Of Limerick in Ireland
The Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering (E&CE) which is located in the Faculty of Science and Engineering in the University of Limerick. The mission of the Department is the pursuit of excellence in teaching and research in the area of Information Communication Technology (ICT). As electronics and computing now plays a vital role in every aspect of society, a degree in the strategically important Information Communication Technology area provides a strong foundation for a wide variety of careers. This variety of career opportunities is guaranteed by the extensive growth and application of electronics, computing and telecommunications in industry, commerce and science. The undergraduate and postgraduate courses on offer in the department are recognised worldwide and graduates of these programmes are ideally placed to pursue successful and rewarding careers in the ICT sector. The Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering and its academic staff have created extensive linkages with Irish and multinational companies, international academic institutions and research funding agencies. These linkages have helped to create a stimulating learning environment for our undergraduate and postgraduate students. Please spend some time looking through these pages and contact us if you require any further information.
28/09/2026
Three engineering researchers awarded almost 700K for ECODESIGN Doctoral Network
Congratulations to three of our engineering researchers, Associate Professor Eoin Hinchy (School of Engineering) Associate Professor Eoin O'Connell and Professor Colin Fitzpatrick (Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering), who have been awarded €682,000 as part of the €4.6 million ECODESIGN Doctoral Network.
The goal of ECODESIGN, a MSCA Doctoral Network, is to train a new generation of experts capable of driving the transition toward environmentally sustainable and circular products in the EU market. It brings together nine leading universities and a range of industrial partners to train 15 doctoral candidates through interdisciplinary and intersectoral research. The programme is aligned with key EU policies, including the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and the Circular Economy Action Plan, and seeks to strengthen European competitiveness, resilience, and sustainability.
The project is structured around five core pillars - Performance, Information, Planet, People, and Prosperity - delivered through dedicated work packages. It develops advanced ecodesign frameworks to support reuse, repair, remanufacturing, and recycling, enabled by Industry 5.0 technologies and human–robot collaboration. Key innovations include Digital Product Passports (DPPs) and data-driven tools to improve lifecycle transparency, alongside methods for assessing environmental, social, and economic impacts.
More information about ECODESIGN: https://dn-ecodesign.eu/
23/09/2026
Huge congratulations to our very own Professor Pepijn van de Ven, on securing €10.7 million to lead PREPAIR, a major international programme training the next generation of researchers in responsible, trustworthy AI! 🎉👏 Proud to see UL and ECE leading the way!
University of Limerick is to lead a major multi-million euro international project aimed at improving the AI expertise of the European workforce.
Professor Pepijn van de Ven, Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering, has been awarded €10.7 million for the large-scale researcher training programme PREPAIR, which will train a new generation of researchers capable of advancing responsible, trustworthy and societally aligned AI.
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08/09/2026
Rolling the D²iCE on the future of AI
he D²iCE Research Group hosted within the Electronic & Computer Engineering Dept. had their annual Research Day last week where their researchers had the opportunity to present their research updates and stay informed about the group's research interests.
D²iCE brings together more than 40 researchers across multiple UL faculties (mostly Science and Engineering) uniting expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, AI Governance, and Immersive Technologies. The Centre is focused on generating real-world impact through ethical, sustainable, and interdisciplinary AI research.
Pictured: Members of the D2ICE Research Group pictured outside the Tierney Building for their Research Day Tuesday 1st September
08/09/2026
We are delighted to congratulate Dr Lubna Luxmi Dhirani on being recognised at the Disruptive Technologies for Manufacturing and Automation event in London.
Lubna was one of the award recipients honoured during a special recognition ceremony celebrating the contributions of members who have supported the activities and continued development of the IEEE UK and Ireland Women in Engineering (WIE) network.
The award recognised her Outstanding Service as IEEE UK and Ireland WIE ILS Limerick Track Chair 2025, highlighting her dedication to advancing engineering, supporting professional development, and promoting greater participation and visibility of women in the engineering community.
This recognition is a testament to Lubna's commitment, leadership, and ongoing contributions to both academia and the wider engineering profession. We are proud to see her achievements acknowledged on an international stage.
Congratulations, Lubna, on this well-deserved honour! 👏🎉
IEEE UK and Ireland WIE Outstanding Service Award and Recognition We are delighted to congratulate Associate Professor Lubna Luxmi Dhirani on being recognised at the Disruptive Technologies for Manufacturing and Automation event in London.Lubna was one of the award recipients honoured during a special recognition ceremony celebrating the contributions of members w...
We were delighted to see that our very own Associate Professor Lubna Luxmi Dhirani was featured as part of the Royal Irish Academy's 2025/26 Discourse Series on Resilience, contributing to a panel discussion on "Cyber Resilience, Trust and Digital Security."
The panel brought together leading experts from academia and industry, including Richard Browne, Director of Ireland's National Cyber Security Centre, and Dr Brendan Flynn of NUI Galway, with the discussion moderated by Professor Siobhán Clarke MRIA of Trinity College Dublin.
In the accompanying video, Lubna shares her thoughts on some of the most urgent challenges facing the development of truly resilient cyber-physical systems. We are proud to see her expertise recognised at a national level and her contribution to such an important conversation on the future of cyber security and digital trust.
Congratulations, Lubna, on representing the Department of Electronic & Computer Engineering and the University of Limerick so well. 👏
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27/08/2026
🎓 Huge congratulations to our newest PhD graduates! 🎓
On Monday 24th August, Dr Mirza Akhi, Dr William O'Brien and Dr Daniel Jakab were conferred with their PhDs, a fantastic milestone after years of hard work and dedication.
Dr Mirza Akhi - supervised by Associate Professor Lubna Luxmi
Dr William O'Brien - supervised by Associate Professor Eoin O'Connell and Professor Martin Hayes
Dr Daniel Jakab - supervised by Professor Ciarán Eising and Dr Tony Scanlan
Well done to all three, we're so proud of you! 🙌
22/06/2026
Breakthrough Cancer Research
In this short video by Breakthrough Cancer Research, Dr Sinead O'Keeffe from the Department of Electronic and Computer Engineering describes her research which looks at using fibre optics to make cancer radiation therapy more precise. Watch here:
You can support cancer research like this today 🔬 Radiotherapy is an important treatment for many people with cancer....
11/06/2026
ECE Research to Feature at ISSC 2026
The Electronic & Computer Engineering (ECE) Department at the University of Limerick is proudly showcasing its latest research at the Irish Signals and Systems Conference (ISSC) 2026, hosted on campus by Associate Professor Eoin O’Connell.
Pictured above from left to right are Joe Murtagh, Reenu Mohandas, and Ben Bartlett, alongside research posters that will be presented at the conference later today. The posters showcase innovative work spanning smart campus technologies and advanced artificial intelligence frameworks.
Ben Bartlett will present the posters at the conference, sharing the team’s work with researchers, academics, and industry professionals from across Ireland and beyond.
Hosting ISSC 2026 reflects the strong research culture within the ECE Department, with this year’s conference bringing together expertise in signals, systems, and emerging technologies.
https://www.issc2026.ie/
19/05/2026
Our very own Associate Professor Eoin O'Connell has been awarded over €700,000 from the Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme, which supports ambitious, curiosity-driven research with the potential for breakthrough discoveries.
Eoin was awarded the funding for his VisPect project. The VisPect project will investigate the role of advanced inspection technologies, coupled with artificial intelligence, to improve system reliability and ensure product safety in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
https://www.ul.ie/scieng/schools-and-departments/department-electronic-and-computer-engineering/news/ul-researcher-0
26/03/2026
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