The Rotunda is open to research proposals from researchers in diverse settings including industry, academic institutions, public health or other healthcare institutions. In addition to stand-alone projects, the hospital welcomes proposals for participation in collaborative research on a regional, national or trans-national scale.
Coverage Area:
- Reproductive health
- Obstetrics
- Gynaecology
- Midwifery
- Neonatology
- Anaesthetics
Contact Details:
Colin Kirkham
Research Officer
Research Ethics Committee
Rotunda Hospital
Parnell Square
Dublin 1
DO1 P5W9
Telephone: 01 8176813
Email:research@rotunda.ie
Web:https://rotunda.ie/knowledgebase/research/
Rotunda Hospital Research Ethics Committee Meeting and Submission dates 2025
| Submission Deadline | Meeting Date |
| 10 January 2025 | 21 January 2025 |
| 7 February 2025 | 18 February 2025 |
| 7 March 2025 | 18 March 2025 |
| 18 April 2025 | 29 April 2025 |
| 9 May 2025 | 20 May 2025 |
| 6 June 2025 | 17 June 2025 |
| 11 July 2025 | 22 July 2025 |
| 8 August 2025 | 19 August 2025 |
| 19 September 2025 | 30 September 2025 |
| 10 October 2025 | 21 October 2025 |
| 7 November 2025 | 18 November 2025 |
Other Information:
All research proposals must be submitted to the Committee, using the REC Standard Application Form. Applicants should read the accompanying guidance manual before completing the form. Four copies of the completed form, along with four copies of any participant information leaflet(s), consent form(s) or other relevant documentation, plus a single copy of the signatory page, should be submitted to the Master’s Office at least ten days prior to the REC meeting date. An electronic copy should also be sent to research@rotunda.ie