Research
The RCSI School of Physiotherapy’s mission is to improve physical function, participation, well-being and lifelong health through impactful and innovative research.
Our dynamic group of experienced physiotherapy academic and clinical researchers evaluate healthcare interventions and models of care for people across the lifespan, especially in sporting populations and people with long-term conditions.
Our research impact
62
Publications with international collaboration (global average: 21%)
1.16
Field-weighted citation impact (global average: 1)
69
Publications in Q1 journals (global average: 46%)
10.40
Competitive grant funding over last four years (in millions)
Our focus
We welcome new researchers from all healthcare professions interested in our research areas. Our staff have excellent links with clinical sites throughout Ireland and abroad and a track record of securing grant income, publishing research papers, supervising Master's and PhD students and impacting healthcare education and delivery. Learn more about our areas of focus below.
Postgraduate research
Master's by Research, PhD and Professional Doctorate students, as well as researchers from all healthcare professions flourish at the RCSI School of Physiotherapy.
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