Dyslexia Ireland is always keen to engage in and promote research on dyslexia, dyscalculia and related topics. Below are some open research calls on dyslexia, dyscalculia and related topics being undertaken in Irish universities.
Research
Participants Wanted for Research on AI and Learning in Higher Education
Dr. Keith Murphy (TU Dublin) and Maria Rita D’Emilio are conducting a research study exploring how people with learning difficulties use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in higher education, so they are seeking university students with dyslexia to take part. They are interested in understanding whether and how AI is used to support: Learning and studying, organisation and time management, academic planning and coursework. This research is being conducted in collaboration with the University of Foggia. The same questionnaire will be distributed in Italy, allowing them to compare findings across different educational contexts. Participation is entirely voluntary, and the questionnaire is completely anonymous.
If you are a university student with dyslexia and would like to take part, please complete the questionnaire using the link below:
https://unifgpsi.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ehAlqCpLeQfZC1U
Research on Coping Strategies in University Students with Dyslexia
Neena Nambiar, an MSc student at the University of York, is doing a research project on socioemotional resilience in university students with dyslexia. Her project specifically aims to study the transfer of coping strategies from academic contexts to part-time work contexts to support future career goals.
Neena is seeking dyslexic university students to complete an online survey on this topic. The survey takes approx. 15-20 minutes and is anonymous.
If you would like to take part, or get more information about the research survey, visit https://york.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eA70im1S799Sv6S?Q_CHL=qr
Research on AI Transcription Tools in the Workplace
Theo Homan, a Leaving Certificate student at BlackrockETSS in Dublin is completing a Business Alive Investigative Study on how AI meeting transcription tools affect employees in the workplace. He would like to hear from working adults with dyslexia to research your experience of AI transcription tools, and how effective you find them – all participants data will be anonymous. If you are interested in taking part in a short interview or survey/form please contact Theo at theohoman@gmail.com.
Research on AI and Neuroinclusive Workplaces
Gerard Mealey, a Masters student at Dublin City University, is conducting research into how AI tools support neurodiverse individuals (ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, etc.) in the workplace. He is seeking to interview neurodivergent professional who are using generative AI tools (e.g., Anthropic, ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, or Copilot) to help navigate their workday. If you would be interested in taking part and doing an interview to share your experiences on this topic, please contact Gerard at gerardmealey.mealey2@mail.dcu.ie
Research on How Adults with Dyslexia from Black and Brown Communities Navigate the Workplace to Achieve Success
Denise Murdoch, as part of her PhD at London Metropolitan University, is researching the experiences of Black and Brown communities with dyslexia in the workplace and how they achieve success. She is seeking participants for her research, willing to share their experiences. If you are interested in taking part in this study, please click this link for more information or contact Denise at DEM0559@my.londonmet.ac.uk.
Research on the Right to Education for Individuals with Learning Difficulties, particularly Dyslexia
Margherita Vozzi, from Lund University in Sweden, is exploring as part of her Masters thesis how specific learning difficulties, particularly dyslexia, influence access to the right to education. She is looking for educators, professionals, parents and students (age 18+) who would be willing to participate in a one-to-one online interview and share their experiences. The goal is to investigate the barriers faced, the effectiveness of current support mechanisms, and how these factors shape educational opportunities for individuals with dyslexia.
If you would be interested in taking part in an online interview as part of this research, please contact Margherita for more information at margherita.vozzi@gmail.com
Research on Working with Neurodivergent Clients: Knowledge and Experience of Clinicians
Are you a qualified or trainee psychologist or psychotherapist? Anne Collins from Trinity College Dublin is doing research aiming to gain insight into current clinical practices with this client group to develop high-quality service provision, clinical practice, and clinical training with the best interest of the neurodivergent client held in mind.
If you would be interested in taking part in an online interview as part of this research, please contact Anna for more information at collia10@tcd.ie
Research on “The Lived Experience of Parents Raising Teenagers with Dyslexia in Rural Connaught”
Imogen Jordan, a social policy student in Trinity College Dublin, is doing research on the experience of parents raising teenagers with dyslexia in rural Connaught. She is seeking parents who would participate in this research by doing a one-to-one recorded interview. During the interview you will be asked questions about raising a child with dyslexia. Topics may include, receiving diagnosis, personalised knowledge of dyslexia, access to resources and financial implications. If you would like to participate, please contact Imogen at jordani@tcd.ie
Research on the Experiences of Children and Families, when Accessing Special Educational Needs (SEN) Assessment and Intervention Services in Ireland
Dr. Huichao Xie from School of Education at University College Dublin is leading a research study titled “Access to Developmental Assessment and Support in Ireland”. The study aims to develop an understanding of the average age at which a child is identified with needs for additional support in development and the efficiency of screening, referral, and evaluation services in Ireland. The broad aim of the proposed research is to inform policy making and service development to timely identify additional needs among young children in Ireland in order to provide the support for them to achieve maximum potential in development.
Interested parents/guardians are asked to complete an anonymous online survey which will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. For more information or to participate click the survey link below: https://ucdschooleducation.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1LKTp85SgSdiw5M
They are offering all participants an option to sign up for a lottery to win a 50-Euro voucher as a token of appreciation.
Research on Educational Supports for Adults with Dyslexia in Higher Education Institutes in Ireland
Researchers at University of Galway are running an online study to explore the educational supports for adults with dyslexia in higher education institutes in Ireland. The study takes approximately 15 minutes to complete, and is comprised of questionnaires. Participants can take part at home on their own laptop, computer or smartphone at a time that is convenient to them.
Participants must be:
• 18+ years old
• Have dyslexia
• Be currently attending a university/college in Ireland or have recently graduated
Click the link (https://lnkd.in/e_J5Fd9W) to take part or contact Casey Cowan (c.cowan2@universityofgalway.ie) or Dr Ciara Egan (ciara.egan@universityofgalway.ie) for more information!
Research on Eye Tracking and Dyslexia
Researchers at University of Galway and UCD are using eye-tracking to learn more about word and face processing in dyslexia. If you are aged 18+, have developmental dyslexia, and would like to take part in an in-person eye tracking experiment, or would like any further information please get in touch. For Galway (Dr Ciara Egan, ciara.egan@universityofgalway.ie), for UCD (Prof Nuala Brady, nuala.brady@ucd.ie).
Research on the Implementation of New Ways of Working (NWW) and its Effect on Neurodivergent Thinkers in the Workplace
As part of her PhD research at the University of Limerick, Nada Musleh is interested in hearing your voice to better understand the lived experience of neurodivergent employees after the implementation of New Ways of Working which includes flexible working arrangements, remote working, opened spaces, virtual teams, and changes in work processes.
She is inviting neurodivergent adults who are employed in Ireland to participate in individual interviews to hear about their experiences in the workplace. This study is being undertaken under the supervision of Prof. Christine Cross and Dr. Sarah Kieran.
If you are interested in adding your voice and experience to this research please contact the researcher Mrs. Nada Musleh for more information. Email nada.musleh@ul.ie or phone Nada on 085 212 7998.