Our Experts in Innovation

Associate Dean for Research & Impact for the Faculty of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment and Professor of Biomedical Materials at Ulster University, Brian is responsible for ensuring CDHT meets its objectives, delivers its intended benefits and outcomes, and remains justifiable within its strategic context as a Belfast Region City Deal.

Email: bj.meenan@ulster.ac.uk

Head Lead of CDHT, directing CDHT strategically and overseeing all operations, Jim brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in  Nanotechnology, Point of care diagnostics, Integrated algorithm based solutions, Sensor & IOT technology, Medical Devices and Digital Healthcare Technology.

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jim-mclaughlin-56b4a0301
Email:  jad.mclaughlin@ulster.ac.uk

Bringing a wealth of experience in computing, particularly within Innovation Centre settings, Chris is lead for computing within CDHT.

His specialisms within his CDHT role will support Biomedical engineering, Smart environments, AI and Technology adoption.

Email: cd.nugent@ulster.ac.uk

Lead contact for biomolecular sciences

Tara is the lead contact for biomolecular sciences activity within CDHT.

Tara brings experiences of working in academia and laboratories specialising in Personalised medicine, Virology, Microbiology, Genetic diagnostics.

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tara-moore-89913a46
Email: tara.moore@ulster.ac.uk

Paul supports CDHT in the planning, execution, and delivery of a range of related digital healthcare projects.

His role in CDHT co-ordinates various teams to ensure alignment with clinical, technical, and business goals.

Through many years of innovation management, Paul facilitates the identification and implemenation of new  technology-enabled healthcare solutions.

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/paulbeaney
Email: p.beaney@ulster.ac.uk

Bringing experience working across industry, academia and government Claire's role focuses on making connections and fostering partnerships across the digital healthcare ecosystem.

She fosters collaboration to support and continuous innovation for CDHT partners and relevant agencies.

Claire's role supports CDHT activity through partnership building, centre communications and outreach and centralising CDHT within the L&HS sector in NI, and beyond.

LinkedIn: Connect with Claire on LinkedIn
Email: c.mccafferty@ulster.ac.uk

Caroline brings a strong background in delivering on research strategy and innovation.

In her CDHT role Caroline will identify funding opportunities, support the preparation of grant applications and proposals.

She will work collaboratively with industry, academia and clinicians to align funding with strategic priorities.

Caroline will track CDHT research performance to sustain long-term CDHT impact, through the creation of new medical devices and diagnostics.

LinkedIn: Connect with Caroline on LinkedIn
Email: c.mcgoran@ulster.ac.uk

Ann's role in CDHT supports project delivery by coordinating tasks, managing documentation, reporting, event co-ordination and budget management.

She brings a wealth of experience of University systems and co-ordination of local, European and international research projects.

Ann's attention to detail helps maintain quality and efficiency across all related CDHT initiatives and activites.

Email: a.blair@ulster.ac.uk