RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Founded in 1784 as Ireland’s national training body for surgery, RCSI has grown into a world-leading international health sciences university and research institution. We provide education and training at undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional levels, with a strong commitment to excellence in research.
RCSI’s research strategy focuses on translational biomedical, clinical, and population health research, driving high-impact advancements in healthcare. Securing national and EU funding and fostering industry collaborations are key priorities. Strengthening partnerships between RCSI principal investigators and industry is central to achieving research success.
Dedicated to supporting its researchers, RCSI provides resources and development opportunities to enhance career growth. Our mission remains clear: to advance human health through innovation, education, and impactful research in biomedical sciences, clinical practice, and population health.
Role in the project:
RCSI plays a key role in WiseFood, coordinating the Living Lab component to ensure the co-design, feasibility evaluation, and real-world testing of WiseFood applications. As part of this, RCSI leads the Irish Living Lab, engaging households, nutritionists, dietitians, and policymakers to refine the platform and align it with national dietary guidelines.
RCSI is responsible for the feasibility study in Ireland, assessing the impact of WiseFood on household food choices, dietary intake, and sustainability behaviours over an 8-week period. The team provides key nutrition expertise, ensuring AI-driven recommendations adhere to evidence-based dietary guidance.