Professor Luke O’Neill delivered a guest lecture at Coláiste Dhúlaigh’s Coolock campus to coincide with Science Week. The renowned immunologist spoke to students from the science and media departments at CDCFE about his career route, his purpose or “Ikigai”, including his important discoveries in healthcare that are now being trialed by pharmaceutical multinational Roche.
The Professor, who is currently a resident lecturer and researcher at Trinity College Dublin, recounted his early published papers on Crohn’s disease as well as more recent discoveries in immunology through his company Inflazome, which was purchased by Roche in 2020 for €380m.
Speaking about his position as President of the Irish Science Teacher’s Association, O’Neill said he would like to see more focus on STEM subjects the school curriculum. He spoke passionately about careers in the sciences, encouraging the students in attendance to consider science as a profession.
Media Department Head at CDCFE, Denise O’Connor said “we were delighted to welcome Professor Luke O’Neill to Coláiste Dhúlaigh College of Further Education. Guest lectures like these enhance the learning experience for our students and highlight the important role CDCFE plays in providing courses where they can access progression routes into university”.
Coláiste Dhúlaigh CFE offers over 70 courses at a range of levels. Full-time Post Leaving Certificate courses as well as part time evening courses are available. Applications for the 2024 academic year are now open, apply for a course here
